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TN HB7075
TN HB7075AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13, relative to the safe storage of firearms.
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Introduced
08/18/2023
08/18/2023
In Committee
08/22/2023
08/22/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/22/2023
08/22/2023
Introduced Session
113th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires a person who purchases a firearm, or who applies for a permit to carry a handgun either openly or concealed, to sign an affidavit on a form prescribed by the department of safety affirming that the applicant will, while not lawfully carrying the firearm, store the firearm in a locked compartment; with a trigger locking device; or with a locked device rendering the firearm inaccessible to a person other than the owner or person in lawful possession of the firearm and immovable from the stored location; requires a firearm stored in a vehicle to be stored out of plain sight. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's laws on the safe storage of firearms. It requires a person who purchases a firearm or applies for a handgun carry permit to sign an affidavit affirming they will store the firearm in a locked compartment, with a trigger lock, or in a locked and inaccessible device when not carrying it. Existing firearm owners have until October 1, 2023 to comply with these new storage requirements. Additionally, the bill mandates that any firearm stored in a vehicle must be out of plain sight and secured in a locked compartment or device.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Failed in s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee of Civil Justice Committee (on 08/22/2023)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Firearms and Gun Control
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB7075&ga=113 | 08/19/2023 |
| Fiscal Note - HB7075 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Fiscal/HB7075.pdf | 08/21/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Bill/HB7075.pdf | 08/19/2023 |
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