Senate approves law creating subterranean transit authority amid sharp debate over accessibility, liability and local control
The Tennessee Senate passed the Subterranean Transportation Infrastructure Coordination Act after prolonged floor debate over whether the new authority shifts risk to taxpayers, preserves ADA access, and pre-empts local zoning and police powers. Sponsors said contracts and state oversight will protect safety and liability; critics warned of handing regulatory powers to private operators.
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The Tennessee Senate on third and final consideration approved the Subterranean Transportation Infrastructure Coordination Act, a measure sponsors said will create a consistent statewide framework to govern permitting, safety, and appeals for underground passenger and goods transit projects.
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