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SB 1247

Recreational Areas - As introduced, changes from January 8 to January 31 the date by which the executive director of the Tennessee wildlife resources agency must submit an annual report on the administration of Reelfoot Lake natural area. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 11; Section 28-3-117; Title 39 and Title 70, Chapter 5.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jeff Yarbro

Delays Reelfoot Lake wildlife report deadline from January 8 to January 31 for Tennessee agency to compile and submit annual administration documentation.

Placed on Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee calendar for 4/20/2026
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Bill Summary · SB 1247

Legislative bill overview

SB 1247 extends the deadline for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency's executive director to submit an annual report on Reelfoot Lake natural area administration from January 8 to January 31. The bill amends multiple Tennessee Code sections related to recreational areas and natural resource management.

Why is this important

Reelfoot Lake is Tennessee's largest natural lake and a critical wildlife habitat and recreational resource. The 23-day deadline extension provides the agency additional time to compile comprehensive annual data and administrative documentation before submission, potentially improving report quality and accuracy.

Potential points of contention

  • Minimal substantive impact: The change affects only reporting timelines, raising questions about whether legislative action is necessary for an administrative scheduling adjustment
  • Broad code amendments: The bill references amendments across nine different Tennessee Code titles without detailed explanation of specific changes, making full assessment difficult
  • Lack of stated justification: No apparent explanation for why the specific January 31 date was selected or what operational challenges the current January 8 deadline creates

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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