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SB 2276

Open seasons; extend those ending on a Friday until 30 minutes after sunset on the following Sunday.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Albert Butler and 2 co-sponsors

Mississippi extends hunting and fishing seasons ending on Friday through Sunday sunset, giving weekend hunters two additional days to pursue game.

Approved by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 2276

Legislative bill overview

SB 2276 extends hunting and fishing seasons in Mississippi that would normally end on a Friday, allowing them instead to continue through the following Sunday until 30 minutes after sunset. This effectively adds two extra days to applicable open seasons without changing the total number of hunting/fishing days for seasons ending on other weekdays.

Why is this important

The bill directly impacts recreational hunters and fishermen by providing additional opportunity to pursue their activities, while potentially affecting wildlife management timelines and conservation planning. It reflects a policy choice to align season closures with weekends rather than midweek, which may increase participation from those with traditional work schedules.

Potential points of contention

  • Wildlife management concerns: Extending seasons by two days could affect conservation goals if population assessments were based on the original timeline, though the impact depends on specific species and harvest levels
  • Fairness and access: Weekend hunters may gain disproportionate advantage over weekday hunters, and non-hunters might view extended seasons as prioritizing recreation over wildlife conservation
  • Implementation complexity: Wildlife agencies must track and communicate which specific seasons are affected, requiring clear regulatory updates and public notice to avoid confusion

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

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