HJR 1396 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Trapping, effective wildlife management tool -

This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally commends regulated trapping as an effective tool for wildlife management and conservation in Tennessee. It highlights how trapping helps maintain balanced ecosystems, protects endangered species, and controls populations of overabundant animals that cause damage to habitats. The resolution also acknowledges the economic and ecological benefits provided by licensed trappers, including contributions to the state's economy and support for federal wildlife programs. As a commemorative measure, the bill does not change existing laws but instead recognizes the role of trapping in responsible natural resource stewardship.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 13, 2026 Last action Apr 23, 2026
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
10
Key actions
4
Committee
4
Apr 23, 2026
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee
lower
Apr 20, 2026
Lower · Passed
Action deferred in Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee to 4/21/2026
lower
Apr 20, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee calendar for 4/21/2026
lower
Apr 16, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee calendar for 4/20/2026
lower
Apr 15, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee
lower
Apr 14, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 89, Nays 0, PNV 3
lower
Apr 13, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 4/14/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Chris Todd
RRepublican
TN
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