House Bill No. by Representative Ventrella seeks to enact R.S. 56:129, which allows for the lawful possession of certain native wildlife in Louisiana. The bill specifies that individuals may keep up to six hand-captured native wildlife animals per household, including opossum, rabbit, raccoon, squirrel, whitetail deer, and native nongame wildlife. It establishes restrictions that prohibit the removal of these animals or their offspring from Louisiana, as well as their sale or transfer. Additionally, the bill mandates that all wildlife must be kept in secure enclosures that prevent escape and protect the animals from injury.

The proposed law also outlines specific requirements for the enclosures of adult deer, including a minimum height of eight feet for perimeter fencing and a designated area size that increases with the number of deer. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of humane treatment, stating that it is unlawful to keep native wildlife under inhumane or unhealthy conditions. Overall, the bill aims to regulate the possession of native wildlife while ensuring their welfare and conservation within the state.