✔️ HB201
Allow specified hunting on landowner's property without a permit
Summary
The bill allows a resident landowner's parents and grandchildren to hunt on the landowner's property without obtaining a hunting license, deer permit, wild turkey permit, or fur taker permit. It also permits non-resident landowners and their immediate family to hunt on their property without a license, provided their home state allows similar provisions. The bill specifies conditions under which limited liability companies, partnerships, and trusts may also allow hunting without permits.
Rationale
The bill supports property rights by allowing landowners to permit hunting on their property without government permits, aligning with Libertarian principles of self-ownership and property rights. However, it still involves some government regulation regarding hunting permits, which slightly detracts from full alignment.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential for increased hunting without oversight could lead to overhunting or ecological imbalance.
- Exemptions may lead to confusion about hunting regulations among non-residents.