The bill S. 345 proposes an amendment to Section 50-11-510 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which currently prohibits the baiting of wild turkeys. The amendment introduces an exemption for individuals who are at least two hundred yards away from a baited area that is actively managed for the restoration and sustainability of wild bobwhite quail. This change aims to allow certain hunting activities in designated areas without violating the existing baiting prohibition.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definitions of "bait" and "baiting," specifying the types of foodstuffs that constitute bait and the conditions under which an area is considered baited. The amendment also stipulates that the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources must apply current best practices for managing wild bobwhite quail habitat when determining permits for these areas. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
02/13/2025: 50-11-510
Latest Version: 50-11-510