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TN SB2327
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Todd Gardenhire
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AI Summary
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Creates a new criminal offense of "interfering with a religious institution" for intentionally obstructing, disturbing, or interfering with religious activities through utterances, gestures, or displays offensive to an ordinary person's sensibilities
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Applies to conduct within the place of worship or near enough to disturb the order and solemnity of activities
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Defines "religious institution" as churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, or other places of worship
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Classifies violations as a Class B misdemeanor
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Takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, relative to criminal offenses.
Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/17/2026
3/16/2026