Senate Bill 1166 and House Bill 1274 propose an amendment to the Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically within Title 38, Chapter 6, Part 1, to enhance reporting requirements related to arrests for driving under the influence (DUI). The bill mandates that the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) produce an annual report, starting January 1, 2026, detailing instances where individuals were arrested for DUI under TCA 55-10-401 but tested negative for alcohol or other intoxicants in their blood or breath. This report must also identify the law enforcement agency responsible for each arrest.

The legislation aims to provide greater transparency and data collection regarding DUI arrests, particularly focusing on cases where no substances are detected. This could help inform future policy decisions and law enforcement practices related to DUI enforcement in Tennessee. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing its importance for public welfare.