The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a proposal to raise hunting and fishing license fees by an average of about 30%. The change is intended to generate roughly $12 million in additional revenue to help close a multi-million-dollar deficit.
WHO:Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) and the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission
WHAT:Approved a proposal for an average ~30% increase in Tennessee hunting and fishing license fees to raise additional revenue.
WHEN:Reported Aug 26, 2026 at 11:02 AM ET
WHERE:Tennessee
WHY:The proposed fee increases are intended to generate about $12 million in additional revenue to bridge a multi-million-dollar deficit.
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