Senate Bill 1570 amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the indemnification process for animals that are destroyed under specific authority. The bill introduces new language that requires the commissioner to establish rules for indemnity payments, which will be based on the value of the destroyed animal, subject to available funds. Additionally, the bill allows the commissioner to deny indemnity payments to owners who are found to be in violation of the relevant laws.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the definition of "owner" in Section 44-2-102(6) by replacing "owner of such animal" with "state." It is important to note that this act does not allocate any funds; any financial obligations arising from this act will only be fulfilled if specifically appropriated by the general appropriations act. The bill is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 44-2-105, 44-2-102(6), 44-2-102