Senate Bill 2050, also known as "Katherine's Law," seeks to amend Tennessee Code Annotated by introducing a new section that defines aggravated domestic assault. Under this bill, a person is guilty of aggravated domestic assault if they intentionally or knowingly commit an assault against a domestic abuse victim, which involves either the use or display of a deadly weapon or strangulation, and results in serious bodily injury or death to another person. This offense is classified as a Class B felony.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and will apply to offenses occurring on or after that date. The introduction of this legislation aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding domestic violence and enhance penalties for offenders who commit severe acts of violence against domestic abuse victims.