House Bill 2118, also known as Senate Bill 2609, 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 operational expenses of the wildlife resources agency.

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 outlined in prior legislation. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of funding for wildlife resources in Tennessee.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 67-6-103