House Bill 1520, sponsored by Vital, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 11, Chapter 3, by adding a new section that mandates the construction of playgrounds at Booker T. Washington State Park and Harrison Bay State Park. The bill stipulates that these playgrounds must be completed by January 1, 2027, and that they should be built utilizing the existing resources of the Department of Environment and Conservation.
The act is designed to enhance recreational facilities at state parks, promoting outdoor activities for families and children. It will take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of public welfare in the development of these playgrounds.