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TN HB1140
TN HB1140AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 38; Title 39; Title 55 and Title 62, relative to catalytic converters.
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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
04/17/2025
04/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, makes the offense of possession of a used, detached catalytic converter by an unauthorized person punishable by a term of imprisonment not greater than 11 months, 29 days; a fine not to exceed $2,500; or both, instead of only subject to a fine. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39; Title 55 and Title 62.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law regarding the possession of catalytic converters by changing the criminal penalty for unauthorized possession. Currently, possessing a used, detached catalytic converter is a Class A misdemeanor punishable only by a fine. The bill removes the "punishable only by fine" language, effectively upgrading the offense to a Class E felony, which can include potential imprisonment. A catalytic converter is an important emissions control device in vehicles that reduces harmful exhaust emissions. By increasing the criminal penalty, the bill aims to discourage theft and unauthorized possession of these valuable automotive parts, which have become a frequent target for criminals due to the precious metals they contain. The law will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving time for law enforcement and the judicial system to prepare for the new penalties.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (11)
Clark Boyd (R)*,
John Crawford (R),
Clay Doggett (R),
Michael Hale (R),
G.A. Hardaway (D),
Dan Howell (R),
Debra Moody (R),
Antonio Parkinson (D),
Paul Sherrell (R),
Chris Todd (R),
Mark White (R),
Last Action
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 439 (on 05/15/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1140&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0439.pdf |
| Amendment 1-0 to HB1140 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Amend/HA0041.pdf |
| Fiscal Memo for HA0041 (4352) | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/FM0276.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - SB0769 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0769.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB1140.pdf |
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