House Bill 159, sponsored by McCalmon, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 39-13-103(b)(3), regarding the classification of reckless endangerment offenses. The bill redefines the consequences for discharging a firearm or antique firearm into a habitation or motor vehicle. Under the new provisions, such an act is classified as a Class C felony unless the habitation or motor vehicle was unoccupied at the time of the offense, in which case it is classified as a Class D felony.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation. This change aims to clarify the legal repercussions for reckless endangerment involving firearms, thereby enhancing public safety and accountability.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-13-103(b)(3), 39-13-103