HB 1555·TN·house
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.
Reported by CommitteeFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Slater
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Mar 26, 2026
Summary
The bill amends Tennessee’s traffic safety law to require drivers who use a wireless or stand‑alone electronic device while operating a vehicle to pay court costs plus state and local litigation taxes. It also eliminates the existing $10 limit on court costs for these violations. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
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