Bill > HB319

This bill modifies New Mexico's wildlife regulations to create an exception for domestic quail. Specifically, the bill amends the existing law defining game birds by excluding domestic strains of quail from the list of game birds in the Phasianidae family. This means that domestically raised quail will no longer be classified as wildlife that requires special hunting or management regulations. Additionally, the bill explicitly states that people can now raise quail for meat or egg production without needing to obtain a permit from wildlife authorities. This change simplifies regulations for individuals or businesses interested in quail farming, removing previous bureaucratic barriers that may have made it more difficult to raise these birds commercially or as a personal agricultural project.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=319&year=25