HB2244

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 33; Title 38; Title 52 and Title 55, relative to the department of safety.

Introduced·2/2/26
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Tennessee HB2244 mandates the Department of Safety to create specialized envelopes for drivers with disabilities or mental illness.

Tennessee HB2244 requires the Department of Safety to design and develop two types of envelopes for drivers with specific needs. A blue envelope is intended for drivers with developmental or intellectual disabilities, while a green envelope is for those with mental illnesses. These envelopes will hold essential documents like driver licenses, insurance proofs, and vehicle registrations. The envelopes will also include communication guidelines to help law enforcement officers recognize and appropriately interact with drivers who have these conditions.

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History

Mar 10

House

Taken off notice for cal in s/c Transportation Subcommittee of Transportation Committee

Mar 4

House

Placed on s/c cal Transportation Subcommittee for 3/10/2026

Mar 3

House

Action Def. in s/c Transportation Subcommittee to 3/10/2026