Senate Bill 7071, also known as House Bill 7011, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, to address issues related to mass violence. The bill specifically revises Section 39-17-1303 by deleting the existing subsection (d) and replacing it with new provisions. Under the new language, a violation of subsection (a) is classified as a Class A misdemeanor. Additionally, it establishes that a person who violates subdivision (a)(1) can be held criminally responsible for either threatening mass violence with a firearm unlawfully sold, loaned, or gifted to a minor, or for committing a criminal act that results in or could reasonably lead to serious bodily injury or death of two or more individuals using that firearm.

The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2023, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation. This legislative change aims to strengthen accountability and address the serious implications of firearms being unlawfully transferred to minors, particularly in the context of mass violence.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-1303