SB0824

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13, relative to firearms.

Introduced·2/4/25

SB0824 amends Tennessee firearms laws to modify restrictions on carrying firearms in certain properties.

SB0824 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13, to change the rules for carrying firearms in specific properties. It removes restrictions on carrying firearms for individuals with enhanced handgun carry permits or concealed handgun carry permits in certain areas. The bill specifies that these restrictions do not apply to properties with metal detection devices and trained officers, or to licensed facilities, law enforcement buildings, libraries, and Head Start programs. The changes take effect July 1, 2025.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 23

12:00 PM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 23

Senate

Action deferred in Senate Judiciary Committee to 3/24/2026

Mar 23

Senate

Action deferred in Senate Judiciary Committee to 2027

Mar 23

Senate

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