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NC H1051

Invasive Species Control and Prevention


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Introduced
05/02/2024
In Committee
05/07/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/13/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR THE CONTROL AND PREVENTION OF INVASIVE SPECIES IN NORTH CAROLINA.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to establish the Invasive Species Management Fund, which would be used to manage, control, and eradicate invasive species in North Carolina. It defines "invasive species" to include coyotes, European starlings, feral swine, grass carp, lionfish, and other species determined to be a threat by the Wildlife Resources Commission. The bill also requires the Wildlife Resources Commission to establish open seasons and take requirements for hunting and trapping invasive species, and to develop programs to encourage control of invasive species. The bill appropriates $5 million in recurring funds to the Invasive Species Management Fund starting in the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Ref to the Com on Wildlife Resources, if favorable, Appropriations, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (on 05/07/2024)

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