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

SB 1607: 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 January 15, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1607 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 13, 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: Paul Bailey (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 15, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Bailey (Republican).