SB1615

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 1, Part 3, relative to designating Lake County as the Eagle Capital of Tennessee.

Complete·4/27/26

Designates Lake County as the Eagle Capital of Tennessee.

This bill designates Lake County as the Eagle Capital of Tennessee, recognizing the area's significance for eagle enthusiasts and the economic benefits from eagle-watching tours. Lake County hosts the Reelfoot Lake Eagle Festival and has numerous eagle nests, attracting bird watchers and contributing to the local economy. The designation highlights the ecological importance of eagles in maintaining ecosystem balance.

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Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 10

8:30 AM

Senate Finance, Ways And Means Hearing

History

Apr 27

Pub. Ch. 667

Apr 27

Effective date(s) 04/07/2026

Apr 7

Senate

Signed by Governor.