Tennessee Division of Forestry asks lawmakers for $1 million recurring for state forest upkeep after a year of heavy emergency response The Tennessee Forestry Commission presented its FY2025 annual report, highlighted emergency deployments (ice storms, hurricane and tornado responses) and asked the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee to support a $1,000,000 recurring increase for operation and maintenance of the state forest system, citing increased public use and repair needs following recent disasters.

Tennessee's Division of Forestry is calling for a $1 million budget boost to ensure the long-term health of our state forests after a year marked by unprecedented emergency responses and vital support for impacted communities.

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Tennessee Forestry Commission details emergency response, seeks $1 million recurring for state forest upkeep The Tennessee Division of Forestry told the Senate Energy, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee it deployed crews for recent ice-storm, hurricane and tornado responses, secured federal relief for landowners, and seeks a $1,000,000 recurring increase for operation and maintenance of state forests.

The Tennessee Division of Forestry is making a bold push for $1 million in recurring funding to ensure the health and upkeep of our vital state forests following significant emergency responses this year.

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Jean Philippe reappointed to Tennessee Forestry Commission to enhance urban-rural forest connections Jean Philippe secures second term on Tennessee Forestry Commission to promote forest management education.

Jean Philippe's reappointment to the Tennessee Forestry Commission signals a vital push for urban-rural forest connections and public education on managing our state's rich resources.

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