Senate Bill 417, sponsored by Lowe, proposes an amendment to Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 39-17-417(j)(12), which pertains to criminal offenses. The bill seeks to modify the current legal threshold for a specific offense by deleting the phrase "One hundred fifty (150) grams" and substituting it with "Fifty (50) grams." This change effectively lowers the quantity that triggers the offense, potentially increasing the severity of penalties for violations related to this amount.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the need for public welfare in its implementation. By adjusting the legal language regarding the specified grams, the legislation aims to address concerns related to the enforcement of drug-related offenses in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-417(j)(12), 39-17-417