Senator Finney reviews the major events during the week of February 18th
In the video on the website, Senator Finney covers the following in detail;
DUI related bills:
There were 1287 fatalities on the state highways in 2007.
509 of those accidents were due to drunk drivers.
Drunk driving is the leading cause of accidents among teenage drivers.
Open Container
The Senator is looking to close the loop hole in the open container law.
Administration Revocation of the License
This bill would allow a police officer to confiscate the driver’s license of the driver which is DUI.
Tax FREE Holiday
The Tax FREE Holiday will be moved from March until April to avail the conflict with Easter.
English in the Workplace
Employers may require employees to be fluent in the English language.
Hope Lottery Program to be Revamped
Due to a large amount, more than $400 million, in reserves, the Senate is looking at ways in which to properly use the funds.
Toll Roads in Tennessee
The potential toll roads in TN must be owned by US American.
Converting Tennessee Crop Land
Going green with the available Tennessee Crop Lands.