The bill amends K.S.A. 32-937 to eliminate the authority of the Secretary of Wildlife and Parks to issue nonresident landowner deer permits. It defines key terms such as "landowner," "tenant," "regular season," and "special season," while also detailing the requirements for big game permits. Notably, the bill removes the definition of "nonresident landowner" and the provision allowing nonresident landowners to obtain deer permits restricted to hunting only on their own lands. Additionally, it establishes that 50% of big game permits for a regular season in any management unit will be allocated to landowners or tenants, provided that certain conditions are met.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the process for issuing deer hunting permits to nonresidents, including limitations on the number of permits based on demand and management unit regulations. It also includes provisions for the Secretary to develop and implement various deer hunting regulations and permit types. The existing section of K.S.A. 32-937 is repealed, and the act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 32-937
As introduced: 32-937