House Bill 1378, also known as Senate Bill 1420, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 50, to enhance the written examinations for driver licenses and intermediate driver licenses. The bill introduces a new requirement that these examinations must include questions about hand signals used by bicycle operators for turning, slowing, and stopping. This addition aims to improve awareness and safety regarding bicycle communication on the road.

To support this new requirement, the bill mandates that the driver manual used for preparing applicants must contain adequate information about these hand signals, ensuring that applicants can answer the related questions correctly. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in promoting road safety for all users, including cyclists.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 55-50-322(a), 55-50-322