HB2575

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, relative to the discharge of a firearm.

Introduced·2/3/26
Draft Text

Tennessee HB2575 amends state law to criminalize reckless firearm discharges in public areas and mandates handgun safety courses to include.

Tennessee HB2575 introduces a new offense for recklessly discharging a firearm in public areas where people may be present. This law aims to prevent dangerous and negligent behavior with firearms. The bill also mandates that all department-approved handgun safety courses include instruction on this new law, effective July 1, 2026. Exemptions exist for law enforcement officers, military personnel, and those defending against animal attacks.

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History

Mar 18

House

Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee

Mar 11

House

Placed on s/c cal Criminal Justice Subcommittee for 3/18/2026

Feb 5

House

P2C, ref. to Judiciary Committee