SB 1144 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Traffic Safety - As introduced, requires the driver of a vehicle approaching a slow-moving or stationary farm tractor or implement of husbandry that displays an indicator that it is a slow-moving vehicle to reduce speed and move over, if possible to do so safely. - Amends TCA Title 55.

SB 1144 requires drivers in Tennessee to reduce speed and, if safe, change lanes when approaching slow-moving or stationary farm tractors or equipment displaying a slow-moving vehicle indicator, such as flashing hazard lights, two red flags (each at least 18 inches square), or a reflective orange triangle. The bill amends Tennessee traffic law (TCA Title 55) to apply this rule to farm equipment operating on roadways, directly affecting drivers and agricultural operators. It defines clear indicators to ensure consistent recognition by drivers and specifies that actions must be taken "with due regard to safety and traffic conditions." The law will take effect on July 1, 2025, aiming to improve safety for farm equipment operators and other road users.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Mar 19, 2025
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Committee
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Mar 19, 2025
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Transportation and Safety Committee
lower
Mar 12, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Transportation and Safety Committee calendar for 3/19/2025
lower
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Rusty Crowe
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