SB1836

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 54, relative to a new bridge project crossing the Mississippi River.

Introduced·1/21/26

Tennessee SB1836 proposes a study on the development and viability of a new bridge across the Mississippi River to Arkansas.

Tennessee SB1836 directs the Department to study the development and viability of a new, third bridge crossing the Mississippi River and connecting to Arkansas, along with related highway facilities and structures. The Department must report its findings, including any legislative recommendations, by February 1, 2027, to the transportation and safety committee of the senate and the committee in the house of representatives having jurisdiction over transportation infrastructure issues.

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Where it stands

Current
Transportation and Safety Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 11

9:30 AM

Senate Transportation And Safety Hearing

Mar 4

8:30 AM

Senate Government Operations Hearing

History

Mar 11

Senate

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Transportation and Safety Committee

Mar 4

Senate

Action deferred in Senate Transportation and Safety Committee to 3/11/2026

Mar 4

Senate

Placed on Senate Transportation and Safety Committee calendar for 3/11/2026