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

SB 1036: 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 12, 2025: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1036 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate 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: Janice Bowling (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2025): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Janice Bowling (Republican).