The Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 26RS-1424 aims to amend the rules governing the management of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Louisiana, specifically by updating the existing regulations under LAC 76:V.137. CWD is a fatal neurodegenerative disease affecting cervids, including deer, and has been detected in multiple states, including Louisiana. The resolution proposes the establishment of "CWD management zones," which will replace the previous "Control Area" terminology, and introduces specific definitions related to CWD prevalence, surveillance seasons, and baiting restrictions. It outlines the creation of a five-mile and a fifteen-mile zone around confirmed CWD cases, with specific management strategies to mitigate the disease's spread while balancing recreational and economic interests.

Additionally, the resolution addresses the need for a flexible and science-based approach to CWD management, allowing for the establishment and modification of management zones based on surveillance findings. It includes provisions for carcass export restrictions, baiting and supplemental feeding regulations, and incentives for hunters in designated zones. The resolution emphasizes the importance of maintaining hunter participation and economic stability while effectively managing CWD risks. It directs the Louisiana Register to incorporate these amendments into the Louisiana Administrative Code and mandates the transmission of the resolution to relevant state departments and commissions.