SB2133Enacted

Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2.

Tennessee SB2133 amends Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include starvation resulting in the death of a livestock animal as a form of aggravated cruelty, classified as a Class E felony. This bill affects individuals who engage in such conduct towards livestock animals. Key provisions include the stipulation that the act must be performed in a depraved and sadistic manner and without justifiable or lawful purpose.

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Overview

Tennessee SB2133 amends Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include starvation resulting in the death of a livestock animal as a form of aggravated cruelty, classified as a Class E felony. This bill affects individuals who engage in such conduct towards livestock animals. Key provisions include the stipulation that the act must be performed in a depraved and sadistic manner and without justifiable or lawful purpose.

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Sponsor

Haile, Ferrell

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 23, 2026

Last Action

May 18, 2026

Pub. Ch. 974

Subjects
Animal Cruelty and AbuseLivestockCriminal Offenses

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SB2133: Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 2. | LegisGo