Bill > SB2238

This bill, known as the "Hunting for Heroes Act," establishes a new Tennessee National Guard sportsman license. This license will be available at no cost to members of the Tennessee National Guard who are in good standing, providing them with the same benefits as a resident annual sportsman license. To obtain this license, eligible members must provide a valid U.S. military identification card and Tennessee National Guard membership information verified by the adjutant general. Importantly, the bill specifies that the costs associated with issuing these licenses will be covered by the state's general fund, not the wildlife resources fund, ensuring that the financial burden does not fall on other conservation efforts. The definition of "member" for this license aligns with the definition used in Section 49-4-1003 of Tennessee Code Annotated.