A RESOLUTION to propose an amendment to Article I, Section 26 of the Constitution of Tennessee, relative to the right to keep and bear arms.

Tennessee SJR0659 is a proposed amendment to the state constitution that aims to allow citizens to carry firearms in public without needing a permit or license. It seeks to remove the current provision that gives the legislature authority to regulate how firearms are carried to prevent crime.

Supporters of SJR0659 argue that this amendment strengthens individual rights by affirming the constitutional right to bear arms without unnecessary government restrictions. They believe it empowers law-abiding citizens to protect themselves and enhances personal freedom.

Critics of SJR0659 contend that allowing permitless carry could lead to increased gun violence and make it harder for law enforcement to manage public safety. They argue that the removal of regulations could jeopardize the safety of communities and undermine efforts to prevent crime.