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

SB 1253: Firearms and Ammunition - As introduced, creates the offense of carrying or possessing a firearm, including a firearm that was privately assembled and does not contain a serial number or other mark that conforms with federal law, if, at the time of carrying or possessing, the person is not a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13 and Title 55, Chapter 50.

In committee Last action April 1, 2025: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1253 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Firearms and Ammunition - As introduced, creates the offense of carrying or possessing a firearm, including a firearm that was privately assembled and does not contain a serial number or other mark that conforms with federal law, if, at the time of carrying or possessing, the person is not a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13 and Title 55, Chapter 50. Primary sponsor: London Lamar (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2025): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: London Lamar (Democratic).