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TN SB1704
TN SB1704AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 70, Chapter 4, relative to raccoons.
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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
04/27/2026
04/27/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/27/2026
04/27/2026
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As enacted, repeals statutory requirements related to raccoon hunting, thereby permitting the Tennessee fish and wildlife commission to regulate such activities through proclamations and rules. - Amends TCA Title 70, Chapter 4.
AI Summary
This bill repeals existing statutory requirements related to raccoon hunting in Tennessee, specifically sections 70-4-112 and 70-4-122 of Tennessee Code Annotated. By removing these specific laws, the bill grants the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission the authority to regulate raccoon hunting activities through its own proclamations and rules, rather than being bound by specific legislative mandates. This change allows for more flexible and responsive management of raccoon hunting based on current wildlife conditions and conservation needs.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Comp. became Pub. Ch. 774 (on 04/27/2026)
Bill Topics
Environment
- ‐ Species and Forest Protection
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1704&ga=114 | 01/15/2026 |
| BillText | https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/acts/114/pub/pc0774.pdf | 04/27/2026 |
| Fiscal Note - SB1704 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB1704.pdf | 02/08/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1704.pdf | 01/15/2026 |
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