SB2327Passed Senate

Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

Tennessee SB2327 introduces a Class B misdemeanor offense for interfering with a religious institution by intentionally obstructing, disturbing, or interfering with its activities through offensive utterances, gestures, or displays. The bill specifically defines "religious institution" to include churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, and other places of worship. Key provisions include the stipulation that the interference must occur either within the place of worship or in close proximity to disturb the order and solemnity of the activities.

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Overview

Tennessee SB2327 introduces a Class B misdemeanor offense for interfering with a religious institution by intentionally obstructing, disturbing, or interfering with its activities through offensive utterances, gestures, or displays. The bill specifically defines "religious institution" to include churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, and other places of worship. Key provisions include the stipulation that the interference must occur either within the place of worship or in close proximity to disturb the order and solemnity of the activities.

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Sponsor

Gardenhire, Todd

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 2, 2026

Last Action

April 13, 2026

Rcvd. from S., held on H. desk.

Subjects
Criminal OffensesReligion and Religious Organizations

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