Bill
HB 729
Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for obstruction of a highway, street, sidewalk, railway, waterway, elevator, aisle, hallway, or other place used for the passage of persons or vehicles from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony; establishes an increased penalty of a Class D felony if the offense was committed by intentionally obstructing a highway, street, or other place used for the passage of vehicles. - Amends TCA Title 39.
114th Regular Session (2025-2026)
Introduced by Jody Barrett and 1 co-sponsor
Tennessee bill escalates highway/sidewalk obstruction penalties from misdemeanor to Class E felony (Class D if intentional vehicle obstruction), substantially increasing criminal consequences for protest and demonstration activities.
Taken off notice for cal in s/c Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee of Finance, Ways, and Means Committee