SB1591

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 55-8-199, relative to prohibited uses of electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle.

Chamber Passed·3/5/26

SB1591 amends Tennessee law to change penalties for prohibited uses of electronic devices while driving.

SB1591 modifies Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 55-8-199, by removing the third and fourth sentences and replacing them with a provision stating that violators are subject to court costs and state and local litigation taxes. The act takes effect July 1, 2026, and applies to violations occurring on or after that date.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 20–11 · Mar 5
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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48 Nay

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3 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 3

8:30 AM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

Feb 18

9:30 AM

Senate Transportation And Safety Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Subst. for comp. HB.

Mar 26

House

Am. withdrawn. (Amendment 1 - HA0563)

Mar 26

House

Failed to pass H., Ayes 37, Nays 48, PNV 3