SB 2073 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Holidays and Days of Special Observance - As enacted, designates the month of April as "Tennessee Native Plant Month." - Amends TCA Title 15, Chapter 2.

SB 2073 designates the month of April each year as "Tennessee Native Plant Month" in the state. This ceremonial bill aims to raise public awareness about native plants' ecological and economic benefits, such as supporting pollinators, sustaining local ecosystems, and bolstering agriculture and nursery industries. It does not create new regulations, funding, or direct obligations but formally recognizes Tennessee's native plant species through an annual observance. The designation applies statewide and encourages community engagement with native plant conservation.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026 Last action Mar 16, 2026
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Feb 18, 2026
Lower · Passed
Recommended for passage, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Feb 11, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee calendar for 2/18/2026
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Bo Watson
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