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TN HB1854

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bob Freeman

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Tennessee Code Section 39-17-107 to establish criminal penalties for adulterating food products, beverages, or pharmaceutical products with intent to harm consumers

  • Covers products manufactured, marketed, grown, or produced for human consumption, as well as medications designed for diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions

  • Intent to cause involuntary intoxication is classified as a Class D felony

  • Intent to cause bodily injury is classified as a Class C felony; intent to cause serious bodily injury or death is classified as a Class B felony

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 40, relative to criminal offenses.

Criminal Offenses

Last Action

Withdrawn.

2/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/2/2026

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