SB1660 amends Tennessee law to classify arson of a place of worship or pregnancy resource center as a Class B felony.
SB1660 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 3, to elevate the severity of arson crimes. Specifically, it designates arson of a place of worship or a pregnancy resource center as a Class B felony. This change aims to provide stronger legal repercussions for such acts, reflecting the importance of these institutions in the community. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.
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