Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 1017: Driver Licenses - As introduced, requires that all driver licenses and photo identification licenses be manufactured and printed in this state; requires the department of safety to review and determine the cost-effectiveness of having such licenses manufactured and printed by the department or another state department or agency or through a contract with a private vendor; requires that licenses be manufactured and printed in this state using the most cost-effective means. - Amends TCA Title 12 and Title 55, Chapter 50.

In committee Last action February 11, 2025: Assigned to s/c Transportation Subcommittee

Plain-language summary

HB 1017 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Driver Licenses - As introduced, requires that all driver licenses and photo identification licenses be manufactured and printed in this state; requires the department of safety to review and determine the cost-effectiveness of having such licenses manufactured and printed by the department or another state department or agency or through a contract with a private vendor; requires that licenses be manufactured and printed in this state using the most cost-effective means. - Amends TCA Title 12 and Title 55, Chapter 50. Primary sponsor: Lowell Russell (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2025): Assigned to s/c Transportation Subcommittee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Lowell Russell (Republican).