The bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act by modifying section 43510. It stipulates that individuals are prohibited from carrying or transporting firearms, slingshots, bows and arrows, crossbows, or traps in areas frequented by wild animals unless they possess the required license. The language has been updated to replace "his or her" with "that individual's" to ensure gender-neutral terminology. Additionally, the bill clarifies that it does not restrict individuals from transporting or carrying a loaded pistol, whether concealed or not, under certain conditions, which have been simplified by removing specific references to previous licensing requirements.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that the provisions do not authorize individuals to take or attempt to take wild animals except as permitted by law. The enactment of this amendatory act is contingent upon the passage of Senate Bill No. 406 from the 103rd Legislature. This legislative change aims to streamline regulations regarding the carrying of firearms in wildlife areas while ensuring compliance with existing laws.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 324.43510