Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 24: Game and Fish Laws - As enacted, increases the criminal classification for hunting on the land of another without permission from a Class C misdemeanor to a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by a fine only, not to exceed $500 per violation. - Amends TCA Title 70.

In committee Last action May 15, 2025: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 407

Plain-language summary

HB 24 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on December 5, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Game and Fish Laws - As enacted, increases the criminal classification for hunting on the land of another without permission from a Class C misdemeanor to a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by a fine only, not to exceed $500 per violation. - Amends TCA Title 70. Primary sponsor: Caleb Hemmer (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2025): Comp. became Pub. Ch. 407.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Caleb Hemmer (Democratic).