SB1635

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 21, Part 3, relative to the 2021 Precious Cargo Act.

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SB1635 amends Tennessee's 2021 Precious Cargo Act to include communication disorders in the definition of medical conditions.

SB1635 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 21, Part 3, by expanding the definition of "medical condition" under the 2021 Precious Cargo Act to include communication disorders such as speech, language, and fluency disorders, including stuttering. This change ensures that individuals with these conditions are recognized and protected under the act. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

93 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 11

9:30 AM

Senate Transportation And Safety Hearing

History

Apr 6

Pub. Ch. 648

Apr 6

Effective date(s) 07/01/2026

Apr 1

Senate

Signed by Governor.