Tennessee Senate Bill SB0175

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/13/23

Caption

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55; Title 62; Title 67 and Title 68, relative to manufactured homes.

Impact

The enactment of SB0175 aims to increase accountability and oversight in the transportation of manufactured homes. By requiring the DOT to report on placard usage and driving safety, the legislation is set to enhance public safety by identifying trends or issues in the transport of these homes, which can potentially lead to accidents or hazardous situations on roadways. This could also result in improved regulatory mechanisms that ensure the safety of both the transporters and the general public.

Summary

Senate Bill 175 (SB0175) proposes amendments to various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated, particularly targeting regulations related to manufactured homes. The bill mandates that the Department of Transportation (DOT) provide an annual summary to relevant legislative committees regarding the issuance of placards to transporters of manufactured homes. This summary is expected to include critical data and incidents, such as reports of unsafe and erratic driving linked to the transport of these homes.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on safety and reporting mechanisms, there may be concerns from various stakeholders regarding the adequacy of the reporting requirements and whether they will sufficiently address all safety concerns related to manufactured home transportation. Stakeholders may call for more detailed data or additional measures to ensure compliance and enhance public safety. Moreover, the implications of this reporting requirement could lead to discussions around the operational burdens placed on the Department of Transportation and how they manage resources for effectively handling such reports.