H5072

Special Doe Hunting Season

Introduced·1/29/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a special doe hunting season in South Carolina from January 2 to January 31.

This bill amends South Carolina law to define "doe" as a biologically female deer, excluding antlerless male deer. It establishes a special doe hunting season from January 2 to January 31. Residents can purchase up to three special doe season tags for five dollars each, while nonresidents can buy up to two tags for fifteen dollars each. The Department of Natural Resources must issue guidance to hunters featuring the words "Save Our Herd. Take a Doe." The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee
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History

Jan 29

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 29

House

Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs