Bill > S0592

This bill modifies existing regulations for hunting feral hogs, coyotes, and armadillos in South Carolina, primarily by expanding opportunities for night hunting. It allows for night hunting of these animals at any time of year with specific types of firearms, including center fire rifles using either standard (supersonic) or quieter (subsonic) ammunition, with different requirements for elevated hunting positions depending on the ammunition used. The bill also clarifies that night hunting is permitted under a depredation permit issued by the department, and maintains the existing seasonal hunting period from late February to early July with proper notification to the department. Importantly, it removes restrictions on using artificial lights, electronic calls, or night vision devices for these animals and specifies permissible firearms and ammunition types for night hunting.