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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, states that a person who has not been convicted of a violent, felony crime and who is lawfully able to own or to possess a firearm under the Constitution of Tennessee is considered to be individually licensed and verified by this state within the meaning of the provisions regarding individual licensure and verification in the federal Gun-Free School Zones Act. - Amends TCA Title 39.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law concerning weapons by adding a new provision that states any person who has not been convicted of a violent felony and is otherwise legally allowed to own or possess a firearm under the Tennessee Constitution will be considered individually licensed and verified by the state. This designation is significant because it means such individuals meet the requirements for individual licensure and verification as defined by the federal Gun-Free School Zones Act, a law that restricts firearm possession in areas around schools. The bill emphasizes that this change is made in recognition of the right to keep and bear arms as protected by the Tennessee Constitution.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 02/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1897&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1897.pdf |
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