Bill > HB1786

This bill establishes new rules for mooring recreational vessels on reservoirs managed by federal agencies in Tennessee, defining "moor" as securing a vessel with lines or anchors, and "recreational vessel" as one primarily used for non-commercial purposes. Specifically, it prohibits mooring a recreational vessel for more than 14 consecutive days at any single spot along a reservoir's edge or within one mile of it, and also forbids establishing temporary moorage within primary or secondary navigation channels of the Tennessee River system, which refers to the Tennessee River and its federally managed tributaries. Additionally, the bill prevents mooring lines from obstructing boating access to any part of a reservoir. Violating these provisions is classified as a Class C misdemeanor, a minor criminal offense, unless the vessel has a federal permit for permanent or extended mooring. This legislation aims to improve navigation and access on Tennessee's waterways and will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1786&ga=114