2 new laws sparked by WSMV4 investigations taking effect July 1

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – Two new laws in the State of Tennessee, sparked by investigations by WSMV4, are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

An array of bills made their way across Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature, including addressing cell phones in schools, banning Glock switches and more.

During a January special session, lawmakers passed three bills that were focal points for the governor: one focusing on the enforcement of President Donald Trump’s immigration laws, another to provide disaster relief for those impacted by Hurricane Helene and for Lee’s school voucher program…

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