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Safe Storage of Firearms Act Began on Wednesday, November 1

Nov 02, 2023 at 03:43 am by WGNS News

A pivotal moment for firearm safety in Tennessee began November 1st with the enactment of the Safe Storage of Firearms Act. The new legislation, formerly known as House Bill.... Read More

Gov. Lee's Balanced Budget, New Laws--Effective Saturday!

Jun 28, 2023 at 08:32 pm by WGNS

(NASHVILLE) This Saturday is July 1, 2023, the first day of the new fiscal year--not only for Murfreesboro, but for Rutherford County and yes--Tennessee. The work of the 113th.... Read More

Senator Reeves of Murfreesboro Proposes Bill to Require ALL Public Schools to have an SRO

Mar 28, 2023 at 06:03 pm by WGNS News

  Rutherford County, TN - While the recent school shooting that occurred in Nashville was at a private school, it doesn't diminish the need to take a closer look at scho.... Read More

New Bill in Tennessee will Criminalize Possessing any Device used to Program an Automobile Key-Fob or Smart Key

Mar 22, 2023 at 09:58 am by WGNS News

The Tennessee House has passed a bill that would criminalize key fob simulation. The legislation is aimed at reducing car thefts. State Representative Torrey Harris of Memphis.... Read More

New Bill Focuses on Gender Dysphoria Treatment, Hormone Treatment for Minors in Tennessee

Feb 23, 2023 at 04:27 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee - The ACLU fears a newly proposed law could hurt transgender youth who are under the age of 18 in Tennessee.   On Thursday, the Tennessee Senate passed Se.... Read More

New State Laws to Start on January 1st, 2023

Dec 27, 2022 at 08:00 am by WGNS News

A collection of bills sponsored by Senate Republicans will become effective on January 1, 2023. This includes key legislation that provides tax relief to farmers. The law.... Read More

New laws impacting Tennessee public schools to go into effect July 1

Jun 27, 2022 at 05:43 pm by WGNS

Tennessee Republican lawmakers this year approved a variety of new laws impacting Tennessee’s public schools that will go into effect July 1, 2022 — the beginning.... Read More

New laws strengthening penalties for crimes against children to become effective on Thursday

Jun 28, 2021 at 10:41 am by WGNS

Several new laws protecting children are set to take effect on July 1 in Tennessee.  This includes major Truth in Sentencing legislation ensuring parole and pro.... Read More