SB1629

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 36; Title 37; Title 39; Title 49; Title 50 and Title 55, relative to weapons.

Introduced·1/13/26
Draft Text

Amends Tennessee weapons laws to replace "handgun" with "firearm" in various sections.

This bill amends several sections of Tennessee Code Annotated to replace the term "handgun" with "firearm." It updates references in sections related to unlawful possession, carrying, and transporting of firearms, as well as exceptions for lawful activities. The changes apply to various statutes concerning weapons, including those related to juveniles and public places. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Jan 15

Senate

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Jan 14

Senate

Introduced, Passed on First Consideration

Jan 13

Senate

Filed for introduction