Senate Bill 1767, also known as House Bill 1875, seeks to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39, by expanding the definition of racketeering activity. Specifically, the bill adds a new subdivision (RRR) to Section 39-12-203, which includes "animal fighting" as a form of racketeering under the existing law pertaining to animal cruelty (39-14-203).

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2024, emphasizing the state's commitment to addressing and penalizing animal fighting as a serious criminal activity. This legislative change aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding animal welfare and combat organized crime related to animal fighting.

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