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MS HB1070

Bill

Status

Passed

3/15/2010

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Howell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Directs the Mississippi Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks to establish a special hunting permit for youth under age 18 who have a life-threatening illness
  • Permits may be valid for any number of days during the calendar year and cover any game bird or game animal, but must not conflict with federal laws governing federally protected birds or species
  • Authorizes the commission to establish special youth hunts for all nonmigratory game birds and animals outside of regular open season on wildlife management areas and private lands for eligible youth
  • Grants the commission authority to select participants, determine the cost of permits (if any), set the number of permits issued, and establish permit duration
  • Effective date of July 1, 2010; sponsored by the entire membership of the Mississippi House

Legislative Description

Hunting; provide a hunting season for children.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/15/2010

Full Bill Text

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