New Laws in Tennessee : Here’s a list of 10 new laws enacted by the Tennessee Legislature and signed by Governor Bill Lee .
- Firearms: Juvenile offenders of minors cannot buy or own Firearms until age 25.
- Mental Incompetence: Prevents those deemed mentally incompetent from purchasing firearms after being found so by a court. Known as Jillian’s Law, named after Jillian Ludwig.
- Death Penalty: Individuals convicted of child rape face the death penalty.
- Immigration Verification: Law enforcement must contact federal immigration officials to verify the driver’s immigration status during traffic stops under certain circumstances.
- DUI Penalties: Minimum jail time for drivers with a blood alcohol level of 0.15% increased from 2 to 7 days.
- ELVIS Act: Protects artists from exploitation by artificial intelligence, enforceable as a Class A misdemeanor.
- School Safety: Threats of mass violence at schools upgraded to a Class E felony.
- Abortion Trafficking: Adults transporting minors for abortions face Class A misdemeanor charges.
- Street Drag Racing: Elevated to a Class E felony, punishable with up to six years in prison.
- Age Appropriate Materials: School libraries must adjust collections to suit students’ age and educational needs.
These new Tennessee laws impact firearms, school and public safety, immigration and more.
