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NC S348
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/21/2017
Primary Sponsor
Thomas McInnis
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AI Summary
- Adopts the Northern bobwhite (Colinus virginianus) or bobwhite quail as the official game bird of North Carolina
- Amends Chapter 145 of the General Statutes by adding a new section designating the bobwhite quail as the state game bird
- Recognizes that bobwhite quail are found throughout North Carolina, particularly in the eastern portion of the state
- Notes that bobwhite quail are game birds with hunting seasons typically running from October through February
- Becomes effective upon enactment into law
Legislative Description
Adopt Bobwhite Quail as State Game Bird
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
3/22/2017
Committee Referrals
Rules and Operations of the Senate3/22/2017
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