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TN HB2174
TN HB2174AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13, relative to judges.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, authorizes certain sitting or retired judges to carry weapons in any location that a law enforcement officer is authorized to carry a weapon if the judge could otherwise qualify for an enhanced handgun carry permit. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13.
AI Summary
This bill allows certain judges, specifically those serving or retired in chancery, circuit, or appellate courts, as well as governor-appointed judges, to carry handguns in any location where law enforcement officers are permitted to carry them, provided they meet the requirements for an enhanced handgun carry permit. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13, which deals with firearms and dangerous weapons, by adding a new section that grants this authority and modifies an existing section related to who is authorized to carry a handgun. The context for this change is to provide judges with the same carrying privileges as law enforcement officers under specific conditions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Action Def. in s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee to 3/4/2026 (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2174&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB2174 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB2174.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2174.pdf |
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