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

SB 1591: Traffic Safety - As introduced, imposes state and local litigation taxes on a person who violates the prohibition against using a wireless telecommunications device or stand-alone electronic device while operating a motor vehicle; removes the ten-dollar cap on court costs imposed for such violations. - Amends TCA Section 55-8-199.

Passed one chamber Last action March 26, 2026: Subst. for comp. HB.

Plain-language summary

SB 1591 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Traffic Safety - As introduced, imposes state and local litigation taxes on a person who violates the prohibition against using a wireless telecommunications device or stand-alone electronic device while operating a motor vehicle; removes the ten-dollar cap on court costs imposed for such violations. - Amends TCA Section 55-8-199. Primary sponsor: Ferrell Haile (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Subst. for comp. HB.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ferrell Haile (Republican).