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TN SB1253
TN SB1253AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13 and Title 55, Chapter 50, relative to firearms.
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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, creates the offense of carrying or possessing a firearm, including a firearm that was privately assembled and does not contain a serial number or other mark that conforms with federal law, if, at the time of carrying or possessing, the person is not a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13 and Title 55, Chapter 50.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new criminal offense in Tennessee that specifically targets non-U.S. citizens and non-lawful permanent residents who carry or possess certain firearms. Under this legislation, a person commits a Class A misdemeanor if they knowingly carry or possess a firearm—including privately assembled firearms without a serial number that complies with federal marking requirements—and are not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident at the time of possession. The bill amends existing Tennessee law to add this provision, which would make such firearm possession a criminal offense punishable under state law. The new legal provision is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state authorities time to prepare for implementation. By creating this specific category of firearm possession offense, the bill appears aimed at restricting firearm access for individuals without formal U.S. immigration status, potentially as a public safety measure.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee (on 04/01/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1253&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB1098 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1098.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1253.pdf |
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