SB359 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Greg J. Reed

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Tom WhatleyMark Slade Blackwell

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Conservation and Natural Resources Department, whitetail deer, hunting season extended

Summary

SB359 would extend the gun hunting season for whitetail deer by two weeks after the regular season ends, with no dog hunting allowed during the extension, and requires rules to implement the change.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it extends the whitetail deer gun hunting season to cover the first two weeks after the close of regular gun season. Hunting with dogs is not allowed during this extended period. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources would create the necessary rules to implement the extension, and the law would take effect on the first day of the third month after passage and governor approval.

Who It Affects

• Hunters who participate in the whitetail deer gun season receive an additional two weeks to hunt, with the restriction that dog hunting is not allowed during the extension.
• The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is responsible for extending the season and issuing implementing rules.

Key Provisions

• Extend the gun hunting season for whitetail deer through the first two weeks after the close of regular gun season, not including hunting with dogs.
• The department shall promulgate rules necessary to implement this act.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor, or its otherwise becoming law.

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