Game and Fish Laws - As enacted, enacts the "Hunting for Heroes Act"; creates the Tennessee national guard sportsman license. - Amends TCA Title 70, Chapter 2.

HB 2550, the "Hunting for Heroes Act," creates a Tennessee National Guard Sportsman License that provides free hunting and fishing licenses to active Tennessee National Guard members in good standing. It requires applicants to submit a valid U.S. military ID and verification of their National Guard membership from the Adjutant General's office. The license grants the same benefits as a standard resident sportsman license, with costs covered by the state general fund (not wildlife resources funds). This bill directly affects current Tennessee National Guard members, eliminating their license fees while maintaining standard hunting/fishing regulations. The license will be available starting July 1, 2026, pending legislative approval.