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SB 2528

Recreational Areas - As introduced, expands the purposes for which monies from the Ocoee River recreation and economic development fund may be expended by the Ocoee River recreation and economic development fund board; replaces the park manager member of the board with the director of the division of state parks. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 10 and Title 11, Chapter 8.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Tom Hatcher

Expands Ocoee River recreation fund spending authority and replaces local park manager on oversight board with state parks director.

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Bill Summary · SB 2528

Legislative bill overview

SB 2528 broadens how the Ocoee River recreation and economic development fund can spend its money and replaces the park manager board member with the director of the state parks division. The bill modifies governance and funding flexibility for recreational development along the Ocoee River in Tennessee.

Why is this important

The Ocoee River is a major recreation destination, so how its development fund operates affects tourism, local economic activity, and public access to the area. Changing board composition shifts decision-making authority from local park management to state-level leadership, which could alter priorities and spending strategies.

Potential points of contention

  • Expanded spending authority – Broadening allowable fund uses could redirect money from original purposes; unclear what new purposes qualify
  • Board composition shift – Removing the park manager representative may reduce on-the-ground operational perspective and local input in favor of centralized state control
  • Accountability questions – Unclear whether expanded fund purposes include adequate public oversight or performance metrics for how money is spent

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

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