HB 2301: Criminal Offenses - As enacted, makes revisions to the offense of adulteration of food, liquids, or pharmaceuticals. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40 and Title 57.
HB 2301 status: Introduced — Comp. became Pub. Ch. 1131 (updated May 27, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill updates the laws for people who purposefully tamper with or contaminate food, drinks, and medicine. It is currently being debated in the state House of Representatives.
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Environment
Benefits
- No direct effect on environmental policy.
Risks
- No direct effect on environmental policy.
Economy
Benefits
- No direct material effect on the broader economy.
Risks
- Minimal compliance adjustments for manufacturers.
Society
Benefits
- Strengthens legal protections for consumer health.
- Provides clear deterrents against malicious tampering.
Risks
- Broadening definitions could lead to unintended criminalization of non-malicious acts.
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