House Bill 2064 and Senate Bill 2467 propose significant amendments to various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated concerning firearms and weapons regulations. Key changes include the deletion of certain subsections and the introduction of new provisions that clarify the conditions under which individuals may possess firearms, particularly those with prior misdemeanor domestic violence convictions. The bill stipulates that individuals convicted of such offenses within the last five years may petition the court to have their firearm rights restored after three years from the date of conviction. Additionally, the bill outlines the criteria the court must consider when evaluating these petitions, including the petitioner's mental health and criminal history.

The legislation also modifies existing laws regarding firearm possession in public spaces, allowing individuals authorized to carry firearms to do so in state and local parks, as well as certain federal properties, provided they are not otherwise prohibited by law. Other amendments include the redefinition of terms related to firearm possession and the establishment of new provisions for juveniles regarding the lawful possession of rifles and shotguns. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, emphasizing the need for public welfare considerations in its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-1307, 39-17-1307(f)(1)(A), 39-17-1307(f)(1)(C), 39-17-1307(h)(1)(A), 39-17-1307(h)(1)(D), 39-17-1311, 37-1-131, 39-17-1303, 39-17-1308, 39-17-1313(a), 39-17-1313, 39-17-1319, 39-17-1319(d)(1)(D), 39-17-1319(d)(1), 39-17-1320, 39-17-1321, 39-17-1359(f), 39-17-1359, 39-17-1359(g)(2)(B), 39-17-1364, 49-6-3051(b)(2)(H), 49-6-3051