SB0429Introduced in the Senate
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, relative to criminal offenses.
Introduced by Shane Reeves, District 14
What does this bill do?
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Official description
As enacted, creates a Class B misdemeanor for knowingly activating and pointing a laser pointer or other device utilizing a laser beam at a person driving an automobile, boat, aircraft, or any other motor vehicle. - Amends TCA Title 39.
Where it stands
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 88
April 4, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY COMMITTEE: Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 8, Nays 0 PNV 0 · March 5, 2025
8
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
8 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
Citizen Voice
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Hatcher | 2 | Yes |
| Becky Massey | 6 | Yes |
| Richard Briggs | 7 | Yes |
| Jessie Seal | 8 | Yes |
| Paul Bailey | 15 | Yes |
| Heidi Campbell | 20 | Yes |
| Bill Powers | 22 | Yes |
| Brent Taylor | 31 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed for introduction
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Transportation and Safety Committee
Placed on Senate Transportation and Safety Committee calendar for 3/5/2025
Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 8, Nays 0 PNV 0
Sponsor(s) Added.
Placed on Senate Regular Calendar for 3/10/2025
Companion House Bill substituted
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 88
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