Mississippi 2023 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB769

Introduced
1/16/23  
Refer
1/16/23  
Engrossed
2/1/23  
Refer
2/14/23  
Enrolled
3/31/23  

Caption

Harvey Moss Wildlife Management Area at Tuscumbia; designate Tuscumbia Wildlife Management Area as.

Impact

The passage of HB 769 will formally establish these new names for the wildlife management areas, which not only reflects appreciation for local figures but also may influence how these areas are promoted and utilized for recreational and conservation purposes. The act requires the Department of Finance and Administration to facilitate this change, indicating governmental action in support of local conservation efforts.

Summary

House Bill 769 seeks to designate two wildlife management areas in Mississippi, renaming the Tuscumbia Wildlife Management Area to the Harvey Moss Wildlife Management Area and the Caney Creek Wildlife Management Area to the Representative Richard L. 'Dick' Livingston and Dale O. Windham Wildlife Management Area. This bill is primarily concerned with recognizing the contributions of individuals to wildlife conservation and management within the state.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment regarding HB 769 appears to be positive, with strong bipartisan support evident during discussions and the voting process, which saw no opposition. Legislators seem to agree on the importance of honoring contributions to wildlife conservation, marking this bill as a consensus issue rather than one of contention.

Contention

There seems to be little to no significant points of contention surrounding HB 769, as it passed with unanimous support. The bill serves more to honor individuals than to address any contentious policy issues. However, some discussions implied that further recognition of conservation efforts within the state could be beneficial, with calls for more such designations in the future.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB0262

Wildlife Management Area Amendments

MS SB58

Wildlife management areas: payment of taxes and assessments.

MS HB366

Sam G. Polles State Office Building; designate the MS Dept. of Wildlife Central Office Building as.

MS HB64

Hunting on Sunday; wildlife management areas.

MS HB111

Hunting on Sunday; wildlife management areas.

MS AB1838

Wildlife areas: San Jacinto Wildlife Area.

MS HB0244

Wildlife Management Area Amendments

MS HB757

Fishing; residents who are 65 or older not required to pay fee at any state park or wildlife management area.

MS HB897

Generally revise laws related to shed hunting on wildlife management areas

MS HF40

Portable stands permanently allowed in wildlife management areas.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.