HB1902

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 44, relative to dangerous dogs.

Introduced·1/22/26
Draft Text

Tennessee HB1902 amends laws to regulate dangerous dogs, requiring registration, insurance, and impoundment if deemed dangerous.

Tennessee HB1902 introduces measures to manage dangerous dogs. Owners must register their dogs with local animal control authorities, pay an annual fee, and obtain liability insurance. If a dog is deemed dangerous, the owner must restrain it securely and notify authorities of any attacks. Failure to comply can result in fines and the dog's impoundment. The bill also outlines procedures for appeals and the humane destruction of dangerous dogs.

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History

Mar 18

House

Def. to Summer Study in Agriculture & Natural Resources Subcommittee

Mar 17

House

Sponsor(s) Added.

Mar 11

House

Placed on s/c cal Agriculture & Natural Resources Subcommittee for 3/18/2026