TN SB1082Tennessee SB1082 adds more criminal offenses to the list of dangerous felonies. This means that if someone commits or tries to commit these crimes while possessing a firearm or antique firearm, it is considered a more serious offense. The goal is to enhance penalties for those who use guns during dangerous criminal activities.
TN SB1082 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Jack Johnson (R), currently “Passed” since May 27, 2025.
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Supporters of SB1082 argue that the bill strengthens public safety by ensuring that individuals who commit serious crimes while armed face harsher consequences. They believe that this will deter gun violence and protect communities from dangerous offenders.
Critics of SB1082 contend that the bill could lead to disproportionate penalties for individuals involved in non-violent offenses. They fear that it may unfairly target certain populations and contribute to mass incarceration without effectively addressing the root causes of crime.
The analysis of SB1082, which amends criminal offenses related to firearms and dangerous felonies, reveals no direct overlaps between the sponsor Jack Johnson's personal financial interests and the bill's subject matter. Johnson's primary occupation is in healthcare as Vice President of Client Relations at CIGNA Healthcare, and he also owns a small business consulting firm. These interests do not intersect with the legislative focus on firearms and criminal law. Additionally, his various investments in securities and funds do not appear to be affected by the proposed changes in gun control laws or criminal offenses. Therefore, there is no clear financial incentive for Johnson that would suggest a conflict of interest regarding this bill.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Vice President of Client Relations at a healthcare company | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | CIGNA Healthcare | Health Services/HMOs | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of a small business consulting firm | — | AI-researched |
| Spouse Employer | Owner of Johnson & Associates, a real estate company | Real Estate | AI-researched |
| Employer | LFGS, LLC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | COPART, INC. | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | BROWNING OIL COMPANY, INC. | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | BRIGHTSTONE BOARD MEMBER from Sep 2020 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | FIDELITY PURITAN FUND | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | FIDELITY CONTRA FUND | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | FIDELITY OTC FUND | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | VIRTUS NFS LARGE CAP FUND | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | COLUMBIA SELECT MID CAP FUND | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | JANUS ENTERPRISE FUND | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | FRANKLIN SMALL CAP FUND | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | DFA INTERNATIONAL VALUE FUND | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | BROWN CAPITAL SMALL COMPANY FUND | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | VANGUARD TOTAL BOND MARKET FUND | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | VANGUARD INSTITUTIONAL INDEX FUND | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | FIDELITY INTERNATIONAL DISCOVERY FUND | Securities & Investment | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | COPART, INC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | DODGE AND COX INCOME FUND | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, JUDGE | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: JACK 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 SB1082 do?
Tennessee SB1082 adds more criminal offenses to the list of dangerous felonies. This means that if someone commits or tries to commit these crimes while possessing a firearm or antique firearm, it is considered a more serious offense. The goal is to enhance penalties for those who use guns during dangerous criminal activities.
What is the status of TN SB1082?
TN SB1082 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB1082?
Jack Johnson (R) sponsored TN SB1082.
