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TN SB1747
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Janince Bowling
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AI Summary
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Recklessly discharging a firearm into the air, ground, water, or nearby objects at public gatherings or events with 25+ people becomes a Class A misdemeanor
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Exemptions include law enforcement officers, military and National Guard members acting under official orders, and animal control/wildlife officers performing official duties
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Licensed hunting during TWRA open seasons and shooting at public or private sport shooting ranges are exempt
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Self-defense against animal attacks on oneself, another person, or a domestic animal is permitted when deadly force is reasonably necessary
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Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, relative to the discharge of a firearm.
Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Reset on Final calendar of Senate Judiciary Committee
3/16/2026