StateTennessee

SB 2372: 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.

Paul RoseIntroduced

SB 2372 status: Introduced — Pub. Ch. 1131 (updated May 27, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score50/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 30/100

Bill summary

Official

The Senate is currently reviewing a bill that updates the laws against intentionally tampering with food, drinks, or medicine.

Key analysis

Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan75%
Public opinion75%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct impact on environmental policy

Risks

  • No direct impact on environmental policy

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Strengthened consumer protection for retail products

Risks

  • Potential for minor compliance adjustments in pharmaceutical and food distribution

Society

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Increased deterrence for dangerous product tampering
  • Enhanced public safety for food and medicine

Risks

  • None identified
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Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Pub. Ch. 1131

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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