TWRA: Fish and Wildlife Commission approves new rules on Deer Bait Privilege License, endangered species list

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission (TFWC) approved two new rules during its final 2025 meeting at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga on Friday, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).

The rules that the commission discussed at the meeting were related to the Deer Bait Privilege License, the North Cumberland OHV permit, and changes to the Endangered or Threatened Species list.

The rule pertaining to the Deer Bait Privilege License was enacted by the Tennessee General Assembly and is only for white-tailed deer and for private and leased land.

“The law requires TWRA to promulgate rules by establishing acceptable bait, the amount of bait that may be used, and the conditions under which the license may be used. The rule takes effect