SB0147

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3; Title 12 and Title 54, relative to roadside facilities for motorists.

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Tennessee SB0147 mandates signs for family restrooms at rest areas and welcome centers on highways.

Tennessee SB0147 amends state law to require the Tennessee Department of Transportation to install signs indicating the availability of family restrooms at rest areas and welcome centers. A family restroom is defined as a fully enclosed restroom with a lockable door, designed for use by persons with disabilities, elderly persons, children, or those needing assistance. The signs must comply with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and state guidelines. The department must also list rest areas and welcome centers with family restrooms on its website.

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Roll Call Votes

93 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 19, 2025

8:45 AM

Senate Transportation And Safety Hearing

History

May 15, 2025

Pub. Ch. 412

May 15, 2025

Effective date(s) 05/09/2025, 07/01/2025

May 9, 2025

Senate

Signed by Governor.