House Bill 1274, also known as Senate Bill 1166, amends Tennessee law to require the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to produce an annual report detailing instances where individuals are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) but have no alcohol or intoxicants detected in their blood or breath. This report must be submitted to the speakers of the Senate and the House of Representatives by January 1, 2026, and annually thereafter. Additionally, the report will include information on the law enforcement agency responsible for each arrest.
The bill also includes a provision that will repeal this reporting requirement on July 1, 2029. This ensures that the data collection is time-limited, allowing for a review of the necessity and effectiveness of the reporting process after a set period. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.