SB2148Second Reading

Responsible Welding for Tennessean’s Safety Act

Amends TCA Title 4; Title 15; Title 56; Title 62; Title 64 and Title 68.

Tennessee SB2148, titled the "Responsible Welding for Tennessean’s Safety Act," mandates that general contractors, project managers, and subcontractors ensure that welders performing structural steel welding are tested and certified by an accredited entity when design professionals include D1.1 or D1.5 codes in job specifications. The bill exempts work conducted on the premises of homeowners or farmers from these requirements. Key provisions include the certification requirement for welders and the specification of applicable welding codes.

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Overview

Tennessee SB2148, titled the "Responsible Welding for Tennessean’s Safety Act," mandates that general contractors, project managers, and subcontractors ensure that welders performing structural steel welding are tested and certified by an accredited entity when design professionals include D1.1 or D1.5 codes in job specifications. The bill exempts work conducted on the premises of homeowners or farmers from these requirements. Key provisions include the certification requirement for welders and the specification of applicable welding codes.

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Sponsor

Pody, Mark

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 23, 2026

Last Action

February 5, 2026

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee

Subjects
Professions and OccupationsCodes

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