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AB-1912: Deer: archery season: concealed firearms.
Signed into law. See the bill page for its effective date.
An act to amend Section 4370 of the Fish and Game Code, relating to hunting.
Status: Signed · As of
Last recorded action ·
Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 132, Statutes of 2026.
Counsel review pending · Informational only, not legal advice
Where it stands
- Sponsor: Heather Hadwick, Megan Dahle, Juan Alanis, Dave Cortese, Shannon Grove
How this affects Californians
Draft explainer
Gun owners · CCW holders
Starting January 1, 2027, repeals the rule that barred carrying a firearm, or having one under immediate control, while taking deer during archery season. Other carry and hunting rules are unchanged by this bill.
Right now: Signed into law. See the bill page for its effective date.
Informational only, not legal advice. Grounded in the bill's official digest.
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