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SB 1167

Taxes - As introduced, changes from March 31 to March 1, the date by which the department of transportation must transmit to the governor and speakers of both houses its annual report listing the litter prevention programs receiving funds from the 0.4 percent increase in the gross receipts tax on bottled soft drinks, the amount of funds received by the programs, and the purpose for which the funds were spent. - Amends TCA Title 67.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Raumesh Akbari

SB 1167 accelerates Tennessee's Department of Transportation's annual litter prevention program funding report deadline from March 31 to March 1.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1167

Legislative bill overview

SB 1167 moves up the annual reporting deadline for Tennessee's Department of Transportation regarding litter prevention programs funded by a 0.4% gross receipts tax on bottled soft drinks, from March 31 to March 1. The bill requires the DOT to report to the governor and legislative speakers about which programs received funding, how much they received, and how those funds were used.

Why is this important

This change accelerates budget accountability by one month, allowing the governor and legislature to review litter prevention spending earlier in the fiscal cycle. This earlier oversight could inform subsequent budget decisions and program adjustments, though the practical impact depends on how these reports are actually used in the legislative process.

Potential points of contention

  • Minimal substantive debate expected: This is a narrow procedural change affecting only a reporting deadline, unlikely to generate significant controversy
  • Administrative burden: While minor, moving the deadline up one month requires the DOT to compile and submit reports slightly faster, though this appears manageable
  • Limited transparency gain: The earlier deadline provides marginally faster information but doesn't expand what is reported or change program oversight mechanisms

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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