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

HB 2618: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for assault against a first responder from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony with a mandatory fine of $10,000 and a mandatory minimum sentence of 60 days. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13.

In committee Last action March 11, 2026: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 2618 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for assault against a first responder from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony with a mandatory fine of $10,000 and a mandatory minimum sentence of 60 days. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13. Primary sponsor: Ron Gant (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2026): Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ron Gant (Republican).