Senate Bill 1038 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 70-2-106, specifically addressing the fees that agents, such as county clerks or designated individuals, can collect for selling licenses, permits, stamps, tags, registrations, or other privileges. The bill establishes a flat fee of three dollars ($3.00) for each annual license or permit sold, as well as for those valid for a specified day or number of days. Additionally, it allows the executive director to set an agent fee through competitive bidding for those who sell these items via telephone or electronic means.

The bill replaces the existing language in Section 70-2-106(b)(1) with the new provisions regarding the flat fee and the option for competitive bidding. This change aims to streamline the process for collecting fees and potentially enhance the efficiency of selling licenses and permits through various channels. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-2-106(b)(1), 70-2-106