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TN SB2183
TN SB2183AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 11; Title 67; Title 69 and Title 70, relative to funding the wildlife resources agency.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires that 10 percent of the payments paid to or retained by the state from the Tennessee valley authority in lieu of taxes be allocated to the wildlife resources fund and used for boating and wildlife resources purposes. - Amends TCA Title 11; Title 67; Title 69 and Title 70.
AI Summary
This bill requires that ten percent of the payments made to or kept by the state from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) in lieu of taxes be set aside for the wildlife resources fund, which is a dedicated account for wildlife conservation and management. These funds will then be used specifically for boating and wildlife resources purposes, as outlined in state law. This change aims to provide additional funding for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, which is responsible for managing the state's natural resources, and will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Sponsor(s) Added. (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2183&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2183.pdf |
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