Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution

HJR 53: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article I, Section 26 of the Constitution of Tennessee to remove the provision that authorizes the legislature to regulate the wearing of arms with a view to prevent crime and to clarify that citizens have a right to keep and bear arms. -

In committee Last action September 17, 2025: Sponsor(s) Added.

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HJR 53 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee House on January 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article I, Section 26 of the Constitution of Tennessee to remove the provision that authorizes the legislature to regulate the wearing of arms with a view to prevent crime and to clarify that citizens have a right to keep and bear arms. -. Primary sponsor: Jay Reedy (Republican). Most recent recorded action (September 17, 2025): Sponsor(s) Added.

HJR 53: Constitutional Amendments - Proposes an amendment to Article I, Section 26 of the Constitution of Tennessee to remove the provision that authorizes the legislature to regulate the wearing of arms with a view to prevent crime and to clarify that citizens have a right to keep and bear arms. -

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