HB385 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Chad Fincher

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Randy WoodRichard J. Laird

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Feral swine, hunting further provided for

Summary

HB385 would eliminate the closed season and bag limit for feral swine and allow night hunting with specified lighting and electronic aids.

What This Bill Does

The bill sets there to be no closed season or bag limit for feral swine hunting, specifically on private hunting land. It allows hunting feral swine at night using a firearm and dogs, and permits various lighting and electronic aids to help night hunting. Eligible equipment includes a light carried on the person or attached to gear, a bow or gun with a light source that can cast a beam, and electronics like night vision devices. The act would take effect on the first day of the third month after passage and governor approval, or when it becomes law otherwise.

Who It Affects

• Private landowners who permit feral swine hunting on their land
• Hunters who pursue feral swine on private land, including those who want to hunt at night
• Hunters who use lighting or electronic night-vision equipment to aid night hunting

Key Provisions

• There shall be no closed season or bag limit for hunting feral swine (on private land).
• Feral swine may be hunted at night with a weapon and with dogs.
• Allowed night-hunting equipment includes: (1) a light carried on the hunter or attached to headgear/belt; (2) a bow or gun with a light source that can cast a beam ahead of the weapon; (3) electronics that increase night visibility (e.g., night vision).
• Section applies to hunting feral swine on private hunting land.
• Effective date: first day of the third month after passage and governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Game and Fish