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TN SB1660

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Todd Gardenhire

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands Tennessee's enhanced arson penalties to include pregnancy resource centers alongside places of worship, making arson of either a Class B felony

  • 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

  • Pregnancy resource centers under the definition also include organizations that reimburse social service providers who prepare adoptions and provide services to at-risk women and families

  • 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

Sponsor(s) Added.

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar3/9/2026
Judiciary1/21/2026

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