HB 1854: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, expands the offense of adulteration of food, liquids, or pharmaceuticals to include adulteration for the purpose of making the user of the food, liquid, or pharmaceutical involuntarily intoxicated; classifies the offense as a Class D felony. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

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HB 1854 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal Offenses - As introduced, expands the offense of adulteration of food, liquids, or pharmaceuticals to include adulteration for the purpose of making the user of the food, liquid, or pharmaceutical involuntarily intoxicated; classifies the offense as a Class D felony. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40. Primary sponsor: Bob Freeman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): P2C, ref. to Judiciary Committee.

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