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TN SB2470

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Paul Bailey

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Transfers the Elevator and Amusement Device Safety Board and Board of Boiler Rules from the Department of Labor and Workforce Development to the Department of Commerce and Insurance, effective July 1, 2026

  • Relocates and consolidates existing elevator, escalator, dumbwaiter, and amusement device safety regulations from Title 68 to a new chapter in Title 62, maintaining current inspection requirements, permit fees, and safety standards

  • Relocates boiler safety regulations from Title 68 to Title 62, preserving existing inspection schedules, certificate requirements, and licensing provisions for boiler erectors and repairers

  • Maintains the 8-member Elevator and Amusement Device Safety Board structure (5 elevator-focused, 3 amusement device-focused members) and the 6-member Board of Boiler Rules appointed by the governor

  • Preserves all existing rules promulgated by both boards under the Department of Labor until amended, repealed, or modified under the new administrative structure

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 62 and Title 68, relative to state entities.

Boards and Commissions

Last Action

Refer to Senate Commerce and Labor Committee

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Labor3/12/2026
Calendar3/4/2026
Government Operations2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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