HB1093

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, relative to firearms.

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Extends the waiting period for firearm purchases in Tennessee from ten to fifteen days.

This bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, to extend the waiting period for firearm purchases from ten to fifteen days. The change aims to ensure public welfare by providing additional time for background checks and other necessary processes. This act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

23 Yea

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8 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 26, 2025

10:30 AM

House Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

12:00 PM

House Judiciary Committee Hearing

History

May 27, 2025

Pub. Ch. 513

May 27, 2025

Effective date(s) 07/01/2025

May 21, 2025

Signed by Governor.