The proposed bill establishes separate hunting licenses and seasons for mule deer and whitetail deer in Wyoming. It amends various sections of the current wildlife laws to include definitions and regulations specific to these two species. Key insertions include the creation of new paragraphs that empower the commission to issue separate licenses and establish distinct hunting seasons for both mule and whitetail deer. Additionally, the bill outlines the fees associated with these licenses, which are set at $40 for residents and $372 for nonresidents, with similar provisions for youth licenses.

The bill also introduces a preference point program for nonresident hunters, allowing them to accumulate points for future license drawings, and specifies penalties for illegal hunting of these deer species. Other amendments include the requirement for landowners to receive compensation for deer killed on their property and the prohibition of importing or selling live mule and whitetail deer without permission. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
25LSO-0059 v0.5: 23-1-101, 23-1-302, 23-1-703, 23-1-705, 23-2-101, 23-3-102, 23-3-105, 23-3-301, 35-7-1302