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House declines bill to authorize a black‑bear draw after extended debate
Mississippi House of Representatives · March 10, 2026
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Summary
Lawmakers debated a bill to authorize limited black‑bear hunting via a lottery system, with sponsors citing conservation and data collection; opponents raised population and ethical concerns and the bill failed on the floor.
A lengthy floor debate over a proposed black‑bear draw ended with the House voting against the measure.
The wildlife committee chairman told members Mississippi now estimates "just less than 1,000" black bears and proposed…
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