Tennessee SB1144 mandates drivers to reduce speed and change lanes when approaching slow-moving farm equipment displaying a slow-moving vehicle.

Tennessee SB1144 amends state law to require drivers to reduce their speed and, if safe, change lanes when approaching a slow-moving or stationary farm tractor or instrument of husbandry on the road or shoulder. The bill defines a slow-moving vehicle indicator as flashing hazard lights, two red or fluorescent orange flags, or a reflective orange triangle sign. This act aims to enhance safety for farm equipment and takes effect July 1, 2025.

Tennessee SB1144 mandates drivers to reduce speed and change lanes when approaching slow-moving farm equipment displaying a slow-moving vehicle.

Tennessee SB1144 amends state law to require drivers to reduce their speed and, if safe, change lanes when approaching a slow-moving or stationary farm tractor or instrument of husbandry on the road or shoulder. The bill defines a slow-moving vehicle indicator as flashing hazard lights, two red or fluorescent orange flags, or a reflective orange triangle sign. This act aims to enhance safety for farm equipment and takes effect July 1, 2025.