Criminal Offenses - As introduced, adds insects to the offense of displaying, exhibiting, handling, or using a venomous or dangerous snake or reptile in a manner that endangers the life or health of another person. - Amends TCA Title 39.

Summary

The bill changes the definition of a prohibited animal in a criminal offense to add insects alongside venomous or dangerous snakes and reptiles. It means that displaying, exhibiting, handling, or using insects in a way that endangers another person’s life or health will be treated the same as with snakes or reptiles. The change takes effect July 1, 2026.

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