HB 4424
To allow landowners to pay hunters to hunt their property
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Bill overview
This bill allows landowners in West Virginia to hire someone else, such as a hunter, to kill deer or other wildlife on their property if those animals are causing damage to crops, trees, or gardens. The landowner can hire a third party to use bow and arrow to carry out this action. The bill establishes a process for the director to investigate damage claims and issue permits for this type of hunting arrangement. It also maintains existing firearm and bow restrictions.
Key provisions
- Landowners can hire a third party to kill deer or other wildlife.
- The third party must use a bow and arrow.
- Landowners must report damage to wildlife to the appropriate authorities.
- The director will investigate damage claims.
- The director will issue permits for this arrangement.
- Existing firearm and bow restrictions apply.
Who is affected
- Landowners
- Lessees of land
- Hunters
- Wildlife (deer and other animals)
- Farmers and agricultural producers
Notable changes
- Allows for hiring of third-party hunters.
- Specifies bow and arrow as the permitted weapon.
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