HB1817Enacted

Amends TCA Title 55 and Title 65, Chapter 15.

Tennessee HB1817 requires enforcement officers to issue an out-of-service order to commercial drivers who cannot read and speak English, as mandated by federal regulations. The bill affects commercial drivers holding a commercial driver license and their employers. Key provisions include the enforcement of language proficiency requirements and the imposition of penalties on employers of non-compliant drivers.

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Overview

Tennessee HB1817 requires enforcement officers to issue an out-of-service order to commercial drivers who cannot read and speak English, as mandated by federal regulations. The bill affects commercial drivers holding a commercial driver license and their employers. Key provisions include the enforcement of language proficiency requirements and the imposition of penalties on employers of non-compliant drivers.

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Sponsor

Russell, Lowell

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 21, 2026

Last Action

June 18, 2026

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 1087

Subjects
Motor VehiclesDriver LicensesSafety, Dept. ofImmigrationHighway PatrolCommon Carriers

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