SB255 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Irons

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Jerry L. FieldingBryan TaylorGerald O. DialClay ScofieldPhillip W. WilliamsDick BrewbakerGreg J. ReedVivian Davis FiguresWilliam “Bill” M. BeasleyTom Whatley

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Conservation and Natural Resources Department, hunting and fishing licenses, Alabama National Guard active members, license not required if proof of status shown, Sec. 9-11-35.2 added

Summary

SB255 would let Alabama National Guard members hunt and fish without a state license if they can show proof of their Guard status.

What This Bill Does

It adds a new section (9-11-35.2) authorizing active Alabama National Guard members who can prove their status to hunt and fish without a license. The license exemption applies to licenses required under sections 9-11-44, 9-11-53, and 9-11-53.1. The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after it is passed and approved by the Governor.

Who It Affects

• Active Alabama National Guard members who are state residents and can show proof of Guard status.
• All other Alabama residents who are not National Guard members are not affected by this change.

Key Provisions

• Adds Section 9-11-35.2 to authorize hunting and fishing without a license for active Alabama National Guard members who prove their status.
• The exemption applies to licenses otherwise required by 9-11-44, 9-11-53, and 9-11-53.1.
• Requires possession of proof of National Guard status to qualify.
• Effective date: first day of the third month after passage and Governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Conservation and Natural Resources Department