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HB 2157

Law Enforcement - As introduced, increases, from 10 calendar days to 10 business days, the time the POST commission has to notify a retired officer of its denial of the officer's permit application to carry a firearm. - Amends TCA Title 8; Title 38 and Title 39.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Charlie Baum and 1 co-sponsor

Tennessee extends POST Commission's notification deadline for denied retired officer concealed carry permits from 10 calendar to 10 business days.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · HB 2157

Legislative bill overview

HB 2157 modifies Tennessee's firearms permitting timeline by extending the POST (Peace Officers Standards and Training) Commission's notification deadline for denied concealed carry permit applications from 10 calendar days to 10 business days for retired law enforcement officers. This technical adjustment affects the administrative processing window for firearm permit denials.

Why is this important

The change impacts retired officers' ability to challenge permit denials, as the notification timeline directly affects when they can pursue appeals or legal remedies. Extended timelines can either benefit applicants by providing more processing flexibility or disadvantage them by delaying notification of denials, depending on perspective.

Potential points of contention

  • Processing burden vs. applicant rights: Extending deadlines gives administrators more time but delays critical notification to applicants about denial decisions
  • Business days vs. calendar days: Using business days (excluding weekends/holidays) can significantly extend the actual elapsed time, potentially from 10 days to 2+ weeks depending on holiday placement
  • Retired officer exemption scope: The bill specifically addresses retired officers; questions may arise about whether similar extensions should apply to other applicant categories

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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