AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 54; Title 55; Title 65 and Title 67, relative to transportation.
If enacted, SB0200 will have implications for governmental agencies responsible for transportation metrics and reporting. By shifting the frequency of publication, the state may reduce administrative burdens and resource allocations tied to annual reporting. The intended effect is to make the reporting process more efficient while still ensuring that stakeholders, including policymakers and the public, have access to vital transportation information. However, this change could raise concerns about the timeliness of the data and its potential impact on transportation policy development.
Senate Bill 200 (SB0200), sponsored by Senator Massey, proposes amendments to various titles within the Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically focusing on transportation. The primary change involves the modification of the publication frequency of statistical information from 'annually or at more frequent intervals' to 'biannually.' This adjustment aims to streamline data reporting processes in the state, ensuring that information relevant to transportation is provided at a more manageable frequency without compromising the availability of data.
While the bill may appear straightforward, the decision to alter reporting frequency may not be free of contention. Advocates for increased transparency and real-time data access might argue against the move toward biannual reporting, contending that annual statistics are essential for timely decision-making and response to transportation issues. Conversely, proponents of the bill might argue that the change is necessary to focus resources on more significant legislative priorities while still maintaining a level of oversight and accountability in transportation monitoring.