Senate Bill 130, sponsored by Walley, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to allow the use of unmanned aircraft, including drones, for the specific purpose of locating and recovering wounded deer during lawful hunting activities. The bill authorizes the commission to create rules and proclamations regarding this practice, ensuring that it is regulated under the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act.

The new section added to Title 70, Chapter 4, Part 1, establishes a framework for the responsible use of drones in hunting scenarios, focusing on the recovery of injured game. This legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in its implementation.