The bill S. 807 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws to establish a special hunting season for does, defined as biologically female deer, from January 2 to January 31. It introduces a requirement for hunters to obtain specific licenses and tags for hunting does during this season. Additionally, the bill increases the number of antlerless deer tags that a person may purchase and mandates the Department of Natural Resources to produce literature encouraging hunters to take antlerless deer.

Key provisions include the establishment of Section 50-11-317, which outlines the definition of does and the regulations surrounding their hunting season, and Section 50-9-42, which details the licensing requirements for hunting does. The bill also amends Section 50-9-650 to enhance the existing deer hunting regulations, including the issuance of additional antlerless deer tags and the promotion of responsible hunting practices. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/14/2026: 50-11-317, 50-9-42, 50-9-650
Latest Version: 50-11-317, 50-9-42, 50-9-650