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SB 1821 - Authorizes the Possession of a Live Skunk - Tennessee Key Vote

Timeline

Referred to Committee
Feb. 29, 2016
House Bill Failed
Feb. 29, 2016
Senate Bill Passed
Feb. 17, 2016
Introduced
Jan. 21, 2016

Related Issues

Animals and Wildlife

Stage Details

Legislation - Referred to Committee (House) - Feb. 29, 2016

Legislation - Bill Failed (House) (44-36) - Feb. 29, 2016

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Title: Authorizes the Possession of a Live Skunk

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that repeals the prohibition on the importation, possession, or transfer of live skunks.

Legislation - Bill Passed (Senate) (27-3) - Feb. 17, 2016

Legislation - Introduced (Senate) - Jan. 21, 2016

Title: Authorizes the Possession of a Live Skunk

Paul Bailey (TN - R)