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English‑only driver's license test fails in subcommittee after hours of testimony
Summary
House Bill 556, which would have limited written driver's license tests to English only, failed in the House Transportation Subcommittee 3–5 with one present not voting after testimony from immigrant‑rights groups and business representatives.
House Bill 556, sponsored by Representative Capley, failed in the House Transportation Subcommittee on a 3–5 vote with one member present not voting after stakeholders argued the measure would harm immigrant workers and the state economy.
The bill, as amended to meet Americans with Disabilities Act concerns, would have required Tennessee to administer the written portion of the state driving test in English only. Sponsor Representative Capley described the measure as "very simple" and said the amendment ensured compliance with the ADA. "This bill is very simple. It says that the state of Tennessee will give out driver's license tests and they will be administered in…
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