House Bill 1875 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 39-12-203, by adding a new subdivision that classifies animal fighting as a form of racketeering activity. The new subdivision, designated as (RRR), explicitly includes animal fighting under the existing legal framework that addresses racketeering.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2024, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation. This legislative change aims to strengthen the legal repercussions for those involved in animal fighting by categorizing it alongside other serious criminal activities under racketeering laws.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-12-203(10), 39-12-203