Tennessee HB2470 amends state laws to regulate the possession and use of nitrous oxide, commonly known as "laughing gas.
Tennessee HB2470 amends the state's criminal code to make it an offense to inhale, ingest, use, or possess nitrous oxide unless it is prescribed by a medical or dental practitioner, used in manufacturing, or as a propellant in food preparation. Violators may face a Class A misdemeanor charge and potential suspension or revocation of business licenses. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.
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