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TN HB2125
TN HB2125AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 49 and Title 55, relative to driver education.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires the department to collaborate with the department of safety to develop guidelines for LEAs and public charter schools providing a driver education and training course that include certain criteria. - Amends TCA Title 49 and Title 55.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Tennessee Department of Education to work with the Department of Safety to create guidelines for Local Education Agencies (LEAs), which are local school districts, and public charter schools that offer driver education and training courses, with the goal of improving highway safety and expanding driver education programs. These guidelines will specifically include safety tips for driving and sharing the road, mandate the use of the driver license manual developed by the Department of Safety for instruction, and cover the dangers associated with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and distracted driving, such as texting while driving. This initiative aims to enhance the quality and consistency of driver education across public schools in Tennessee and will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Placed on s/c cal Education Instruction Subcommittee for 3/3/2026 (on 02/25/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2125&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB2125 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB2125.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2125.pdf |
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