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 that can damage property and ecosystems. 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 special wildlife control permit for feral hogs, simplifying the process for managing these animals. Furthermore, it authorizes the use of unmanned aircraft systems, commonly known as drones, to help locate feral hogs, while still prohibiting hunting from vehicles except on private property under specific conditions. The bill aims to provide landowners and hunters with more effective tools to control feral hog populations.