Req. No. 2714 Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 STATE OF OKLAHOMA 2nd Session of the 59th Legislature (2024) SENATE BILL 1952 By: Jett AS INTRODUCED An Act relating to wildlife; amending 29 O.S . 2021, Section 4-121, which relates to noncommer cial wildlife breeder’s license; exempting individuals breeding or raising certain wildlife from licensure; and providing an effective date . BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA: SECTION 1. AMENDATORY 29 O.S. 2021, Section 4 -121, is amended to read as follows: Section 4-121. A. Except as otherwise provided in this title or in the Oklahoma Farmed Cervidae Act , no person may breed or raise wildlife for personal consumption or noncommercial purposes without having first procured a license from the Director. B. Licenses may be issued to any person that lawfully obtains wildlife, acts in good faith and adheres to the laws of the State of Oklahoma. C. All licenses issued pursuant to this section shall expire on June 30 of each year. Req. No. 2714 Page 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 D. A license shall not be required by individuals breeding or raising quail for personal consumption or noncommercial purposes, which may include for hobby, education or scientific purposes, or release on private property. SECTION 2. This act shall become effective November 1, 2024. 59-2-2714 MR 1/18/2024 1:10:06 PM