SB2597Enacted

Amends TCA Title 70.

Tennessee SB2597 authorizes the executive director of the wildlife resources agency to enter into agreements with local law enforcement agencies to enforce wildlife management laws and rules. The bill affects individuals in areas where black bear feeding is prohibited by establishing a Class B misdemeanor for feeding black bears in such designated areas. Key provisions include the delegation of enforcement authority to local law enforcement and the creation of penalties for violations related to black bear feeding.

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Overview

Tennessee SB2597 authorizes the executive director of the wildlife resources agency to enter into agreements with local law enforcement agencies to enforce wildlife management laws and rules. The bill affects individuals in areas where black bear feeding is prohibited by establishing a Class B misdemeanor for feeding black bears in such designated areas. Key provisions include the delegation of enforcement authority to local law enforcement and the creation of penalties for violations related to black bear feeding.

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Sponsor

Southerland, Steve

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 2, 2026

Last Action

May 4, 2026

Pub. Ch. 738

Subjects
Tennessee Fish & Wildlife CommissionGame and Fish Laws

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