Bill > HB946

This bill modifies Georgia's game and fish laws to allow for more flexibility in hunting and trapping feral hogs, which are considered an invasive species. Specifically, it permits individuals to trap feral hogs without a hunting or trapping license, as long as the hogs are killed immediately after capture. The bill also repeals provisions that required a specific wildlife control permit for feral hogs, simplifying the process for managing these animals. Furthermore, it allows for the use of unmanned aircraft systems, commonly known as drones, to locate feral hogs, while still prohibiting hunting them from motor vehicles except on private property under certain conditions. The bill also makes a minor change to the penalty for hunting from a motor vehicle, replacing the word "imprisonment" with "confinement."

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72144