Senate Bill 144, sponsored by Walley, aims to enhance Tennessee's transportation infrastructure by directing the Department of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive study on infrastructure needs, costs, and funding sources for the years 2026, 2050, and 2075. The study will consider existing revenue sources dedicated to transportation, potential revenue from transportation-related activities, and the impact of the bill on infrastructure needs. The findings and recommendations from this study are to be reported to the relevant legislative committees by December 1, 2025.

Additionally, the bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 67-6-103, to ensure that all revenues from the sale and use of new or used motor vehicles and tires, effective July 1, 2025, are allocated to the highway fund. It also stipulates that 1% of the revenue designated for the general fund must be allocated to the Department of Transportation for administrative expenses before distribution. However, it clarifies that certain revenues related to educational purposes will not be affected by this allocation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 67-6-103