If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes by adding a new section, 17-321, to Title 17, Chapter 3 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. The new provisions would require the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) to issue landowner permits specifically for the taking of deer on private lands. Additionally, the bill stipulates that these permits can only be issued if the Arizona Game and Fish Commission determines that they are necessary for wildlife population management or to mitigate conflicts between humans and wildlife, as well as between property and wildlife.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a restriction that prohibits the transfer of landowner permits to any other individual, ensuring that the permits remain with the original holder. This update aims to enhance wildlife management practices while providing landowners with the ability to manage deer populations on their properties effectively.

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