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H 5217

Deer tags

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cal Forrest and 3 co-sponsors

South Carolina bill modifies deer hunting tag system; passed committee with favorable rating but specific regulatory details remain unclear from available records.

Effective date 01/02/27
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Bill Summary · H 5217

Legislative bill overview

H 5217 is a South Carolina bill that modifies the state's deer hunting tag system, though the specific regulatory changes are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill has advanced through the Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee with a favorable recommendation as of April 2026.

Why is this important

Deer management through tagging systems directly affects wildlife population control, hunting seasons, and ecosystem health in South Carolina. Changes to tag allocation or requirements can significantly impact both recreational hunters and agricultural interests dealing with deer-related crop damage.

Potential points of contention

  • Allocation equity – Whether tag distribution fairly balances different hunting regions, methods (rifle vs. bow), and hunter categories
  • Population management goals – Disagreement over whether tag numbers adequately address deer overpopulation or unnecessarily restrict hunting opportunities
  • Agricultural vs. recreational interests – Conflicts between farmers seeking population reduction and hunters concerned about access or bag limits

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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