Senate Bill 1572, also known as the "Safe Highways and Roads Enforcement (SHARE) Act," amends Tennessee Code Annotated to introduce new fines for traffic violations. Specifically, it establishes a $25 fine for non-commercial motor vehicles and a $50 fine for commercial motor vehicles, both of which will be collected by the court clerk and deposited into the state highway fund for maintenance and infrastructure improvements of public roads and highways. Additionally, the bill adds a new subsection to Section 55-10-403, which mandates a $100 fine for individuals convicted of driving under the influence of an intoxicant. If such individuals are also convicted of a moving traffic violation, they will not incur the additional fines for the moving violation.

The bill also clarifies that the new fines will be effective for offenses committed on or after July 1, 2026. This legislation aims to enhance road safety and ensure that funds collected from these fines are allocated towards improving the state's transportation infrastructure.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 55-10-403