Safety - As introduced, requires newly installed storm drains and culverts constructed after July 1, 2026, to be equipped with a safety cover or grate if the opening is large enough that a child could reasonably fall into or become trapped within the structure. - Amends TCA Title 12 and Title 68.

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SENATE BILL 2479

By Bowling

HOUSE BILL 2132

By Bricken

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 12

and Title 68, relative to storm drain safety.

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PASSAGE PROBABILITY

24.6% Unlikely

Why this number

Stage base In Committee — base rate 51%, measured from TN's completed sessions
Momentum -4 30/100 from the pace of recorded action
Time since last action -22 211 days quiet

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