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MS SB2143

Bill

Status

Passed

3/17/2014

Primary Sponsor

Giles Ward

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the open season on fur-bearing animals from November 1 through March 15 (previously ended earlier in March)
  • Extends the open season for hunting opossums, raccoons and bobcats with dogs and guns from October 1 through March 15 (previously ended February 28)
  • Allows raccoons and bobcats to be run, hunted, chased or pursued throughout the year with dogs by licensed hunters
  • Establishes an additional open season on raccoon from July 1 through October 1 with a bag limit of one raccoon per party, per night
  • Effective date: July 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Open season on fur-bearing animals and for hunting opossums, raccoons and bobcats with dogs and guns; revise.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/17/2014

Committee Referrals

Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks1/10/2014

Full Bill Text

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