S.0532

Nuisance Alligator control

Introduced·4/2/25
Introduced Text

Establishes procedures for managing nuisance alligators in South Carolina, including permit requirements and hunting regulations.

The bill amends South Carolina law to establish a framework for managing nuisance alligators. It defines "nuisance alligator" as an alligator posing a threat to human life or property. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources must receive and investigate complaints about nuisance alligators, and approve their removal by designated hunters. Hunters must have a depredation permit and follow specific procedures, including relocating alligators to approved areas or euthanizing them if relocation is not feasible.

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Where it stands

Current
Fish, Game and Forestry Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 18

10:00 AM

Senate Fish, Game and Forestry Subcommittee on 532, 972, 3872

History

Apr 2, 2025

Senate

Introduced and read first time

Apr 2, 2025

Senate

Referred to Committee on Fish, Game and Forestry