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HB 828

Mississippi Fair Chase Act; create.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Doc Harris and 2 co-sponsors

Mississippi Fair Chase Act establishes hunting practice standards and ethics regulations to ensure sustainable wildlife management and fair competition among hunters.

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Bill Summary · HB 828

Legislative bill overview

HB 828, the Mississippi Fair Chase Act, establishes regulations governing hunting practices in Mississippi to ensure ethical and sustainable wildlife management. The bill creates standards for what constitutes "fair chase" hunting and sets penalties for violations of these standards.

Why is this important

Fair chase regulations affect both wildlife conservation outcomes and recreational hunting access for Mississippi residents. These standards influence how hunting seasons operate, what methods are permitted, and ultimately the health of game populations and hunting traditions in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "fair chase": Disagreement over which modern hunting technologies (drones, thermal imaging, crossbows, etc.) constitute fair versus unfair advantages may divide traditional hunters from those using newer equipment
  • Enforcement and compliance: Questions about how regulations will be monitored, who enforces them, and what penalties should apply could create friction between hunters and wildlife officials
  • Impact on hunting access: Restrictions may disproportionately affect certain groups of hunters (disabled hunters, youth hunters, or those with limited resources) depending on how standards are written

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

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