HB 1248·LA·house
WILDLIFE & FISHERIES: Permits the possession of white-tailed deer by wildlife rehabilitators
Signed into LawFiled Apr 27, 2026
Sponsor: Lauren Ventrella (R)
Latest Action
Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 725.
Jun 1, 2026
Summary
The law lets qualified wildlife rehabilitators possess white‑tailed deer, but only if the animals come from within Louisiana and follow detailed disease‑monitoring and housing requirements. It aims to protect deer health, prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease, and ensure safe release back into the wild.
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