Tennessee HB 2229: Sentencing - As introduced, establishes parole criteria for certain persons convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to imprisonment for life; specifies that if a person is convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to imprisonment for life, then the sentence must automatically expire after the person has served 40 years. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 13 and Title 40, Chapter 35.

Status: Taken off notice for cal in s/c Criminal Justice Subcommittee of Judiciary Committee (as of 2026-03-25)

State: Tennessee · Session: 114 · Bill: HB 2229

Subjects: Sentencing

Sponsors: Dixie

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