SC H3629

Updates the State Commission of Forestry's land acquisition authority to allow purchasing timberlands and agricultural lands at current appraised value, replacing the outdated $5-$10 per acre limits, with purchases not to exceed fair market value

Expands allowable uses of acquired lands to include public hunting in addition to existing uses like timber production, game sanctuaries, and public shooting grounds

Modifies revenue retention rules to allow the commission to use funds from hunting privileges, rentals, timber sales, and other products for reforestation of all state forests, rather than just Manchester State Forest

Removes requirements for county forestry boards to approve hiring/firing of county rangers and fire wardens, and eliminates the residency requirement for these positions

Repeals Sections 48-23-270 and 48-23-280 relating to use of revenue for scrub oak eradication and reforestation in state parks, Manchester State Forest, and Sandhills State Forest