Senate Bill 2408, also known as House Bill 2239, proposes an amendment to Tennessee Code Annotated, specifically Section 39-17-101(a). The bill seeks to broaden the definition of potentially dangerous creatures by replacing the phrase "venomous or dangerous snake or reptile" with "venomous or dangerous snake, insect, or reptile." This change aims to include insects alongside snakes and reptiles in the context of criminal offenses related to dangerous animals.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, contingent upon the public welfare. This amendment reflects a legislative effort to enhance public safety by recognizing a wider range of potentially harmful creatures in the law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-101(a), 39-17-101