Amends TCA Title 39.
Tennessee SB2408 amends Title 39 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include insects in the offense of displaying, exhibiting, handling, or using a venomous or dangerous snake or reptile in a manner that endangers the life or health of another person. This bill affects individuals who handle or exhibit such animals and insects, expanding the scope of the existing law to include potential dangers posed by certain insects. Key provisions include the addition of insects to the list of creatures that, when mishandled, could pose a risk to public safety.
Tennessee SB2408 amends Title 39 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to include insects in the offense of displaying, exhibiting, handling, or using a venomous or dangerous snake or reptile in a manner that endangers the life or health of another person. This bill affects individuals who handle or exhibit such animals and insects, expanding the scope of the existing law to include potential dangers posed by certain insects. Key provisions include the addition of insects to the list of creatures that, when mishandled, could pose a risk to public safety.
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