HB367 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Donnie ChesteenSenator

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Jim PattersonDexter GrimsleyPaul W. LeeHarry ShiverBarry Moore

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

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

Summary

HB367 would pilot-extend the whitetail deer gun hunting season for 2013-2014 by two weeks after the regular season ends, excluding hunting with dogs.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources would extend the whitetail deer gun hunting season for the 2013-2014 season through the first two weeks after the regular gun season ends. The extension is a pilot program. The department must create rules to implement the extension and maintain the prohibition on hunting with dogs during the extended period.

Who It Affects

• Whitetail deer hunters in Alabama during the 2013-2014 season, who would have an extra two weeks to hunt.
• Hunters who use hunting methods involving dogs, since dog hunting is not allowed during the extended period.

Key Provisions

• Extend the 2013-2014 gun hunting season for whitetail deer through the first two weeks after the close of regular gun season (pilot program).
• Exclude hunting with dogs from the extended period.
• The Department must promulgate rules necessary to implement the act.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and governor approval (or when it otherwise becomes law).

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