TN HB1332The bill clarifies that individuals with a DUI conviction in the last five years cannot obtain an enhanced handgun carry permit. Additionally, it lowers the minimum age for applicants from 21 to 18, provided they meet other eligibility requirements.
TN HB1332 is a house bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by William Lamberth (R), currently “Passed” since May 8, 2025.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 258 of them sponsored by William Lamberth.
Supporters of the bill argue that it promotes responsible gun ownership by ensuring that only individuals without recent DUI convictions can carry enhanced permits. They also believe that lowering the age to 18 aligns with other legal responsibilities and rights granted to young adults.
Critics of the bill contend that allowing 18-year-olds to obtain enhanced handgun carry permits could pose safety risks, especially given the potential for immature decision-making. They also express concern that the bill may undermine public safety by permitting individuals with recent DUI convictions to carry firearms.
The sponsor of HB1332, William Lamberth, is an attorney and partner at a law firm, which aligns with the bill's potential impact on the legal sector. The bill involves changes to criminal justice laws, specifically concerning DUI convictions and handgun carry permits. As an attorney, Lamberth may have a professional interest in the outcomes of such legislation, as it could influence the volume and nature of legal cases related to DUI offenses and gun permits. However, there is no direct evidence that his law firm or personal legal practice would financially benefit from these specific legislative changes. The connection is more indirect, as the bill affects the broader legal environment in which he operates.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Attorney | Lawyers/Law Firms | AI-researched |
| Employer | Partner at Lamberth, Cifelli, Ellis & Nason, P.A. | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Lamberth Consulting | — | AI-researched |
| Board Member | Board Member of Sumner County CASA | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Spouse Employer | Spouse employed by Sumner County Schools | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | STATE OF TN | Government | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SELF EMPLOYED ATTORNEY | Lawyers/Law Firms | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | PORTLAND COMMUNITY CHAIRMAN from Jan 2026 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | UNITED WAY SUMNER CO BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | VOLUNTEER STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current | Education | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, STATE OF TN | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: LAMBERTH PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN HB1332 do?
The bill clarifies that individuals with a DUI conviction in the last five years cannot obtain an enhanced handgun carry permit. Additionally, it lowers the minimum age for applicants from 21 to 18, provided they meet other eligibility requirements.
What is the status of TN HB1332?
TN HB1332 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN HB1332?
William Lamberth (R) sponsored TN HB1332.
