Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 1140: Criminal Offenses - As enacted, makes the offense of possession of a used, detached catalytic converter by an unauthorized person punishable by a term of imprisonment not greater than 11 months, 29 days; a fine not to exceed $2,500; or both, instead of only subject to a fine. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39; Title 55 and Title 62.

In committee Last action May 15, 2025: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 439

Plain-language summary

HB 1140 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Offenses - As enacted, makes the offense of possession of a used, detached catalytic converter by an unauthorized person punishable by a term of imprisonment not greater than 11 months, 29 days; a fine not to exceed $2,500; or both, instead of only subject to a fine. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39; Title 55 and Title 62. Primary sponsor: Clark Boyd (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2025): Comp. became Pub. Ch. 439.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Clark Boyd (Republican).