House Bill 2125, also known as Senate Bill 2535, aims to enhance driver education in Tennessee public schools by amending Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 49-1-204(a). The bill mandates the Department of Education to promote and expand driver education and training courses across public schools, emphasizing the importance of highway safety. It also requires the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Safety, to develop specific guidelines for Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and public charter schools. These guidelines will include safety tips for driving, the use of the driver license manual for instruction, and education on the dangers of driving under the influence and distracted driving.

The bill replaces the existing subsection in Section 49-1-204(a) with a new framework that outlines these objectives and requirements. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, contingent upon the public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-1-204(a), 49-1-204