DIGEST
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HB 306 Engrossed 2015 Regular Session Jackson
Abstract: Provides that hunting licenses are not required for the taking of outlaw quadrupeds,
nutria, or beaver.
Present law allows taking of outlaw quadrupeds, nutria, and beaver at any time of the year during
daylight hours except by trapping. On private property, between the last day of February and August
31 each year, outlaw quadrupeds, nutria, and beaver can be taken at night by the landowner or lessee
or agent with written permission and the landowner's contact information on his person. The sheriff
of the parish where such night hunting on private property will take place must be notified of the
intention to do so within 24 hours prior to the hunting.
Proposed law requires the commission to develop a lifetime license for taking feral hogs.
(Adds R.S. 56:116.1(D)(3))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on Natural Resources and
Environment to the original bill:
1. Remove provision that removed the requirement of a basic hunting license or a big
game license to hunt outlaw quadrupeds, nutria, or beaver under the circumstances
outlined by present law.
2. Require the commission to develop a lifetime license for taking feral hogs.