The Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation yesterday that would suspend driving privileges for juveniles who make mass violence threats on school property or at a school-related activity.

House Bill 1698, sponsored by State Representative Robert Stevens (R-Smyrna) states if the juvenile already has their driver’s license, they would lose it for one year. If the juvenile does not have their license, they lose the ability to obtain a driver’s license for one year.

The bill now goes to Governor Bill Lee’s desk for his signature.

Once signed, the law will go into effect July 1, 2024.