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

HB 985: Firearms and Ammunition - As introduced, removes the criminal offense of possession of a weapon in a building or on property that is properly posted; removes the requirement that the department of safety suspend or revoke a handgun carry permit for a violation of that offense by a handgun permit holder. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13.

In committee Last action April 14, 2026: No Action Taken

Plain-language summary

HB 985 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Firearms and Ammunition - As introduced, removes the criminal offense of possession of a weapon in a building or on property that is properly posted; removes the requirement that the department of safety suspend or revoke a handgun carry permit for a violation of that offense by a handgun permit holder. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13. Primary sponsor: Michele Reneau (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): No Action Taken.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Michele Reneau (Republican).