Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 2137: Sentencing - As introduced, requires a defendant to be sentenced to imprisonment for life as a repeat violent offender under certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 2137 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Sentencing - As introduced, requires a defendant to be sentenced to imprisonment for life as a repeat violent offender under certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 38; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41. Primary sponsor: White. Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): Failed in Senate Judiciary Committee.
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Sponsors
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Failed in Senate Judiciary Committee
- Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 4/8/2026
- Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Judiciary Committee
- Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/23/2026
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Filed for introduction