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MS SB2108

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2017

Primary Sponsor

Joseph Seymour

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the 500 square feet size limitation on enclosures where wild hogs may be released for slaughter purposes.

  • Requires the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks to issue metallic tags that must be affixed to the ear of each wild hog being transported within the state.

  • Tags must remain attached to the hog's ear until slaughter and transporters must obtain a permit from the department before moving live wild hogs.

  • Authorizes the department to deny permits and tags to individuals with a history of repeat hunting offenses or those with revoked hunting privileges.

  • Violations of transportation regulations are Class I violations subject to penalties including forfeiture of hunting, trapping, and fishing privileges for one year from conviction.

Legislative Description

Wild hogs; require metallic tags to be affixed to the ear of one that is being transported.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks1/9/2017

Full Bill Text

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