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

SB 1764: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, removes the limitation on the penalty for illegally possessing a telecommunication device in a penal institution that required the Class E felony to be punished by a fine only. - Amends TCA Title 39.

In committee Last action January 22, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1764 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, removes the limitation on the penalty for illegally possessing a telecommunication device in a penal institution that required the Class E felony to be punished by a fine only. - Amends TCA Title 39. Primary sponsor: Mark Pody (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mark Pody (Republican).