Firearms and Ammunition - As introduced, creates the offense of carrying or possessing a firearm, including a firearm that was privately assembled and does not contain a serial number or other mark that conforms with federal law, if, at the time of carrying or possessing, the person is not a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 17, Part 13 and Title 55, Chapter 50.

HB 1098 would make it a Class A misdemeanor to carry or possess a privately made firearm without a serial number (or other federal-compliant mark) if the person is not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. This bill directly affects non-citizens and non-permanent residents who possess such firearms, which are typically homemade and lack federally required markings. The law would apply to firearms assembled outside commercial channels, creating a new criminal offense under Tennessee law. The bill is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2025.