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TN HB2065
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chris Todd
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of aggravated criminal trespass to include disrupting a religious assembly within a structure on the property when the person knows they lack consent to be there
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Adds three other aggravating factors: causing fear for another's safety, destroying or altering barriers (gates, fencing, locks, signage) to gain entry, or recklessly damaging property while trespassing
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Classifies aggravated criminal trespass involving disruption of a religious assembly as a Class A misdemeanor
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Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, relative to criminal offenses.
Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Placed on cal. Judiciary Committee for 3/18/2026
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/11/2026
Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/4/2026
Judiciary2/4/2026
Full Bill Text
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