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

SB 1659: Sentencing - As enacted, adds aggravating circumstances for a jury to consider when determining the sentence of a defendant convicted of certain offenses. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

Enacted Last action April 27, 2026: Pub. Ch. 693

Plain-language summary

SB 1659 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Sentencing - As enacted, adds aggravating circumstances for a jury to consider when determining the sentence of a defendant convicted of certain offenses. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40. Primary sponsor: Todd Gardenhire (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 27, 2026): Pub. Ch. 693.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Todd Gardenhire (Republican).