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

HB 1713: Traffic Safety - As introduced, authorizes a tow truck to display a single, steady-burning or flashing blue light to the rear, but not the front, of the tow truck when stationary and engaged in the recovery of, or otherwise providing assistance to, another vehicle. - Amends TCA Title 55, Chapter 9, Part 4.

In committee Last action March 17, 2026: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Transportation Subcommittee of Transportation Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 1713 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Traffic Safety - As introduced, authorizes a tow truck to display a single, steady-burning or flashing blue light to the rear, but not the front, of the tow truck when stationary and engaged in the recovery of, or otherwise providing assistance to, another vehicle. - Amends TCA Title 55, Chapter 9, Part 4. Primary sponsor: Johnny Shaw (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Transportation Subcommittee of Transportation Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Johnny Shaw (Democratic).