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TN HB2260

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Greg Martin

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Elevates arson of a pregnancy resource center to a Class B felony, the same classification currently applied to arson of places of worship

  • Defines "pregnancy resource center" as a nonprofit organization providing care and resources to women facing difficult or unexpected pregnancies, including counseling, financial assistance, food, clothing, and medical assistance

  • Definition also covers organizations that reimburse social service providers who prepare adoptions and provide programs for at-risk women and families related to unexpected pregnancy

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 3, relative to arson.

Criminal Offenses

Last Action

Placed on cal. Judiciary Committee for 3/18/2026

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/11/2026
Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/25/2026
Judiciary2/5/2026

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