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

SB 2604: Motor Vehicles - As introduced, requires the department of safety to update the advisory guidelines for best behaviors of drivers during traffic stops developed under present law; requires the updated guidelines to be included in driver education programs, driver improvement courses, and in the driver license manual. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40 and Title 55.

In committee Last action February 5, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 2604 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Motor Vehicles - As introduced, requires the department of safety to update the advisory guidelines for best behaviors of drivers during traffic stops developed under present law; requires the updated guidelines to be included in driver education programs, driver improvement courses, and in the driver license manual. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40 and Title 55. Primary sponsor: Steve Southerland (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Steve Southerland (Republican).