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TN HB1749

TN HB1749
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 10 and Title 11, Chapter 8, relative to the Ocoee River.


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Introduced
01/20/2026
In Committee
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, expands the purposes for which monies from the Ocoee River recreation and economic development fund may be expended by the Ocoee River recreation and economic development fund board; replaces the park manager member of the board with the director of the division of state parks. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 10 and Title 11, Chapter 8.

AI Summary

This bill expands the ways money from the Ocoee River recreation and economic development fund can be used, allowing it to fund infrastructure upgrades within the Ocoee River management zone, tourism promotion and economic development activities that benefit the area, and other necessary expenses for the board's operations. It also changes the composition of the Ocoee River recreation and economic development fund board by replacing the park manager member with the director of the division of state parks, effective July 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill modifies regulations regarding permits for commercial operations within the Ocoee River management zone, including limitations on the number of permits issued after July 1, 2026, and restrictions on who can receive new permits if a previous permit is revoked or a business closes, with exceptions for purchasers of existing businesses and immediate family members.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Withdrawn. (on 02/04/2026)

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