Senate Bill 10 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 39-17-1307(g), regarding the eligibility criteria for individuals to carry handguns. The bill deletes the existing subdivision (g)(1) and replaces it with new provisions that specify two main categories of eligibility based on geographic and age criteria. Under the new language, individuals with a handgun carry permit can carry in counties with a metropolitan government of over 500,000 residents or in counties with populations exceeding 900,000. Alternatively, individuals not in these counties may carry if they are at least 21 years old or at least 18 years old and meet certain military service criteria.

The bill aims to clarify and expand the conditions under which individuals can legally carry handguns in Tennessee, particularly focusing on age and military service status. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2023, emphasizing the state's commitment to public welfare while addressing firearm regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-1307(g), 39-17-1307