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Panel approves 'Hunting for Heroes' bill to grant free sportsman's licenses to Guard members
Summary
House Bill 25-50, the 'Hunting for Heroes Act,' would allow Tennessee National Guard members with valid U.S. military ID to qualify for a no-cost sportsman's license; the committee approved the bill 14–0 and sent it to Finance.
Representative Wright presented House Bill 25-50, explaining that the Hunting for Heroes Act would allow a member of the Tennessee National Guard with a valid U.S. military ID (and verification from the Adjutant General's office) to be qualified for a no-cost sportsman's license in the same manner as a residential annual sportsman's license. "With that brief explanation, I ask for your affirmative support," Representative Wright said.
The clerk reported a unanimous committee vote of 14 ayes, 0 nays. The committee approved the bill and referred it to the Finance Committee for further consideration. No recorded amendments or extended debate took place during the session.
