SB1265

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 53, Chapter 7 and Chapter 380 of the Public Acts of 2023, relative to the inspection of food derived from animals.

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Tennessee Meat Inspection Act establishes state-level meat inspection standards and procedures.

The Tennessee Meat Inspection Act establishes a state-level meat inspection program for livestock carcasses, meat, and meat food products intended for intrastate commerce. The act adopts certain federal meat inspection laws and regulations, including humane slaughter and handling, labeling, and recordkeeping requirements. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is responsible for administering the program, including issuing licenses, conducting inspections, and enforcing compliance.

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Roll Call Votes

92 Yea

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Calendar

Apr 8, 2025

8:30 AM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

Mar 26, 2025

9:30 AM

Senate Energy, Agriculture And Natural Resources Hearing

History

Jun 4, 2025

Pub. Ch. 463

Jun 4, 2025

Effective date(s) 05/09/2025

May 9, 2025

Senate

Signed by Governor.