Senate Bill 2609, also known as House Bill 2118, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to establish new funding mechanisms for the wildlife resources agency. The bill introduces a new subsection to Section 67-6-103, defining terms related to recreational vessels and wildlife-related outdoor recreational goods. It specifies that all state sales and use tax revenue generated from the sale, use, consumption, or distribution of recreational vessels, their accessories, and wildlife-related goods, starting July 1, 2026, will be allocated to the wildlife resources fund to support the agency's operational expenses.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that certain revenues, specifically those derived from previous increases in sales and use tax rates allocated for educational purposes, will not be affected by this new allocation. These revenues will continue to be distributed as previously established in earlier public acts. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing its importance for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 67-6-103