The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by introducing new provisions regarding landowner permits for taking wildlife on private lands. Specifically, it would require the Arizona Game and Fish Department to issue landowner permits for elk, antelope, oryx, and deer, while also allowing the Department to adopt rules to expand these permits to additional species of wildlife. Furthermore, the bill mandates that permits be issued if the Commission determines they are necessary to mitigate conflicts between humans and wildlife and to provide sport hunting opportunities in line with established rules.

Additionally, the bill maintains the existing restriction on issuing landowner permits for any species if the total number of permits exceeds 10% of the total tags issued for that species through the general lottery draw in a given year. This provision remains unchanged from current law, ensuring that the new regulations do not alter the existing limits on permit issuance. Overall, the bill aims to enhance wildlife management while providing landowners with more opportunities for wildlife taking on their properties.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17-321
House Engrossed Version: 17-321