House Bill 1824 mandates that all safety rest areas in Tennessee that provide public restrooms must include at least one family restroom. This new requirement is outlined in an addition to Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically in Title 54, Chapter 1, Part 1. The bill emphasizes that the Tennessee Department of Transportation is responsible for the construction and maintenance of these family restrooms, utilizing its existing resources.

Furthermore, the bill establishes deadlines for the implementation of this requirement. By July 1, 2026, the Department of Transportation must submit a detailed construction schedule to the relevant legislative committees, outlining when each family restroom will be completed and ensuring compliance across all safety rest areas. Additionally, by July 1, 2028, the Department is required to have either completed or initiated the construction of at least one family restroom at a safety rest stop. The act will take effect upon becoming law, prioritizing public welfare.