HB1656Introduced in the House
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, relative to assault against certain persons.
Introduced by Kip Capley, District 71
What does this bill do?
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Official description
As introduced, increases the penalty for assault against a firefighter, emergency services personnel, or other person who responds to calls for emergency assistance from a Class A misdemeanor with a mandatory minimum 30-day sentence and $5,000 fine to a Class E felony with a mandatory minimum 60-day sentence and $10,000 fine. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.
Where it stands
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January 21, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
Intro., P1C.
P2C, ref. to Judiciary Committee
Assigned to s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee
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