House Bill 1464 aims to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to formally recognize and define the role of "electrical linemen." The bill introduces a new subdivision in Section 7-51-210(a) that defines an electrical lineman as an individual who installs, maintains, or repairs electrical transmission and power distribution systems and is employed by a local government or a contractor working with a local government. Additionally, the bill modifies Section 7-51-210(b) by including "electrical lineman" alongside "emergency responder" in relevant contexts.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 7-51-210(d) by changing the punctuation to clarify that an individual can be classified as both an emergency responder and an electrical lineman. This legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, emphasizing the importance of electrical linemen in emergency response situations and their role in public safety.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 7-51-210(a), 7-51-210, 7-51-210(b), 7-51-210(d)