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LC 4038

Generally revise laws related to inhibiting the free and natural flow of game animals by man-made physical barriers

2025 Regular Session

Overview: Bill LC 4038, "Generally revise laws related to inhibiting the free and natural flow of game animals by man-made physical barriers", was a draft bill that died in the leg

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 4038

Overview: Bill LC 4038, "Generally revise laws related to inhibiting the free and natural flow of game animals by man-made physical barriers", was a draft bill that died in the legislative process. It was introduced on December 17, 2024 and classified under the subject of Fish and Wildlife.

Purpose and Intent: The main intent of this bill was to address issues around the impact of human-made physical structures on the natural movement and migration of wild game animals. The legislation sought to revise relevant laws and regulations to better protect the free flow of wildlife.

Key Provisions:
- Establish new restrictions and permitting requirements for the construction of fences, walls, and other physical barriers that could impede the movement of game animals
- Mandate the removal or modification of existing barriers that are found to significantly disrupt wildlife migration patterns
- Increase penalties and enforcement mechanisms for violations of laws governing barriers to game animal movement

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would have primarily impacted landowners, developers, and infrastructure projects that involve the installation of physical structures. It could have also affected state wildlife management agencies responsible for monitoring and enforcing related regulations.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: As an LC (draft) bill, this legislation did not advance beyond the initial introduction stage and died in the legislative process. No further action was taken.

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

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