South Carolina Bill H3872 "Hunting Heritage Protection Act" is measure aimed at preserving and promoting hunting opportunities on South Carolina's Department of Natural Resources managed lands.
A core provision of the bill mandates that DNR-managed lands remain open for hunting, barring closures necessary for wildlife management or other statutory reasons. Importantly, it requires that any closure of hunting lands be offset by opening equivalent acreage elsewhere, ensuring no net loss of hunting opportunities. This guarantees that the total habitat land available for hunting as of January 1, 2026, is maintained or expanded, reflecting a commitment to preserving our hunting heritage.
Call to Action
Bill H3872 aligns with BHA's mission of preserving public lands and ensuring they remain accessible for hunting and fishing. It has passed the SC House and is currently in the SC Senate Committee. We ask you to help get this bill over the finish line by calling your state senator and encourage them to vote yes on H3872.
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About South Carolina BHA
Approximately 88% of South Carolina is privately owned, the 12% of remaining lands that are public are of great importance to the wildlife, as well as the outdoorsmen and women in this state. This group is very aware of the issues at the local, state, an