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This bill establishes new criminal offenses related to threats of mass violence against child care agencies, preschools, or religious institutions in Tennessee. Specifically, it creates a Class E felony for anyone who recklessly communicates a threat to commit mass violence on the property of these locations, with an exception for individuals with an intellectual disability. Mass violence is defined as an act intended to cause death or serious bodily injury to a significant number of people, and "means of communication" covers various methods of conveying such threats. The bill also introduces a Class B misdemeanor for failing to immediately report knowledge of such a threat to law enforcement and the affected institution, requiring the report to include details about the threat and the person making it. Additionally, courts may order evaluations for defendants facing charges and restitution for damages caused by the disruption. For juveniles adjudicated delinquent for making such threats, their driving privileges may be suspended for one year. This legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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