English-only driver’s license bill delayed because of unknown costs

By: Sam Stockard

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: April 9, 2026

Words: 389

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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Legislation creating an English-only driver’s license in Tennessee is being delayed in the Senate until lawmakers can figure out the cost and decide whether to fund it.

The Senate finance committee opted Tuesday to postpone consideration of Senate Bill 1889 until they adopt a budget, likely within the next two weeks.

A financial analysis shows the bill would cost the state about $1.8 million in its first year and local governments nearly $2.2 …

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