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HB 1656 P2C, ref

Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for assault against a firefighter, emergency services personnel, or other person who responds to calls for emergency assistance from a Class A misdemeanor with a mandatory minimum 30-day sentence and $5,000 fine to a Class E felony with a mandatory minimum 60-day sentence and $10,000 fine. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

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5 actions
  1. Jan 21, 2026 lower
    P2C, ref. to Judiciary Committee
  2. Jan 21, 2026 lower
    Assigned to s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee
  3. Jan 21, 2026 lower
    Sponsor(s) Added.
  4. Jan 15, 2026 lower
    Intro., P1C.
  5. Jan 14, 2026 lower
    Filed for introduction
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