HB2260

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 3, relative to arson.

Introduced·2/2/26
Draft Text

Classifies arson of a place of worship or pregnancy resource center as a Class B felony in Tennessee.

This bill amends Tennessee law to classify arson of a place of worship or a pregnancy resource center as a Class B felony. It defines a "pregnancy resource center" as a nonprofit organization providing care and resources to women and families facing difficult or unexpected pregnancies, including counseling, financial assistance, and medical aid. This act will take effect on July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance, Ways & Means Subcommittee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

17 Yea

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3 Nay

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History

Apr 16

House

Placed on s/c cal Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee for 4/20/2026

Apr 15

House

Placed on s/c cal Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee for 4/15/2026

Apr 15

House

Action Def. in s/c Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee to Next Calendar