SB346 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Greg J. Reed

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Phillip W. WilliamsClay ScofieldTom Whatley

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Conservation and Natural Resources Department, whitetail deer, may be hunted over bait under certain conditions, Sec. 9-11-244 am'd.

Summary

SB346 would allow hunting whitetail deer on private land near supplemental feeders under specific conditions, creating an exception to the current ban on hunting over bait.

What This Bill Does

It amends Section 9-11-244 to let whitetail deer be hunted on private land more than 100 yards from a supplemental feeder, provided the feeder is hidden from the hunter’s view by natural vegetation or terrain. This allowance applies only on private lands, not public lands. It clarifies that supplemental feeding may occur with certain feeder types (mechanical, gravity, or trough) in relation to hunting activity. It is titled the Hunter Protection Act and becomes law on the first day of the third month after the governor signs it.

Who It Affects

• Private landowners who provide supplemental feeders for wildlife on their land
• Hunters who hunt whitetail deer on private land and must ensure the feeder is not in their line of sight

Key Provisions

• Allows whitetail deer to be hunted on private lands more than 100 yards from a supplemental feeder if the feeder is outside the hunter's line of sight
• Defines 'outside of the line of sight' as being hidden from view by natural vegetation or terrain features
• Prohibits applying this provision on public lands
• Renames the act as the Hunter Protection Act
• Effective date: the first day of the third month after governor 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

Game and Fish