The bill amends K.S.A. 32-937 concerning hunting regulations in Kansas, specifically targeting the issuance of deer permits. A significant change is the elimination of the secretary of wildlife and parks' authority to issue nonresident landowner deer permits, which previously allowed nonresidents who owned land in Kansas to hunt deer. The bill also clarifies definitions related to landowners and tenants, ensuring that only residents who own or operate 80 acres or more of agricultural land in Kansas can apply for certain hunting permits.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions regarding the allocation of big game permits, stipulating that 50% of permits for a regular season in any management unit must be issued to landowners or tenants, provided that specific conditions are met. The bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 32-937, effectively consolidating and updating the regulations surrounding deer hunting permits and the roles of landowners and tenants in the hunting process. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 32-937