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TN SB1889
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brent Taylor
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AI Summary
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Applicants unable to speak and read English may take the written driver license exam in another language, but will receive only a restricted, non-renewable license valid for 1 year, limited to travel for education, employment, and medical appointments
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After the restricted license expires, applicants must retake the written exam in English only, without translation dictionaries, electronic devices, or interpreters
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Motor vehicle registration (initial and renewal) requires documentation proving U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or federally authorized presence in the country
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Tennessee driver licenses or photo IDs serve as proof of citizenship; temporary licenses serve as proof of lawful permanent or temporary residency status
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Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 4; Title 55, Chapter 50 and Title 65, Chapter 15, relative to motor vehicles.
Motor Vehicles
Last Action
Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee Ayes 7, Nays 1 PNV 1
3/11/2026