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TN SB0447
TN SB0447AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 68, Chapter 102, Part 6; Title 69 and Title 70, relative to activities on the waters.
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Introduced
01/29/2025
01/29/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, prohibits certain activities, such as fishing, near public boat launches, docks, boats, and marinas so as to interfere with the use of such facilities. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 102, Part 6; Title 69 and Title 70.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee law to prohibit certain activities that interfere with public boat access and marina facilities. Specifically, the legislation makes it a violation to engage in activities like fishing that unreasonably block or impede the use of public boat launching areas beyond the normal time needed to launch or retrieve a boat. The bill also makes it illegal to swim, fish, or conduct other activities that disrupt the intended use of docks, boats, or marinas, or that cause damage to these facilities. Violations of these new restrictions will be subject to penalties outlined in existing Tennessee law. The new provisions are designed to ensure smooth and unobstructed access to public water recreation facilities, protecting the rights of all users. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local communities and recreational users time to become aware of and adapt to the new regulations.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Withdrawn. (on 02/25/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0447&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB0447 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB0447.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0447.pdf |
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