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review of senate events

week of february 18th

published: February 25 2008 07:02 PM updated:: February 25 2008 08:59 PM

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.