Georgia HR1928: The importance of regulated trapping; commend

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing the importance of regulated trapping; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of regulated trapping; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, regulated trapping has long served as a vital and scientifically grounded tool for wildlife conservation and management, enabling state, federal, and tribal agencies to maintain balanced ecosystems, control predator populations, and protect critical habitats essential for biodiversity and species recovery; and WHEREAS, trapping plays a pivotal role in furbearer management by protecting endangered and vulnerable species during key life-cycle stages, such as ground-nesting birds and sea turtles, while facilitating the successful reintroduction of populations like river otter and beaver, thereby promoting healthy wildlife communities across diverse landscapes; and WHEREAS, through targeted predator management, trapping significantly enhances waterfowl production in high-density breeding areas, where it reduces predation on duck eggs by species such as raccoons and skunks, boosting nest success rates from as low as 5-10 percent to the 15-20 percent threshold needed for stable populations, ultimately increasing duck numbers by tens of thousands and restoring natural breeding potential; and H. R. 1928 LC 112 4041 WHEREAS, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service recognizes trapping as an integral component of integrated pest management on national wildlife refuges, regulated under federal laws to sustainably manage wildlife populations, eradicate invasive species, control pests, and safeguard refuge infrastructure while ensuring compliance with state licensing and humane standards to include trapping …

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Sponsors

• Cannon, Chas (R, 172) · primary sponsor
• John Corbett (R, 174)
• Trey Rhodes (R, 124)
• Johnny Chastain (R, 7)
• Matt Dubnik (R, 29)

Latest actions

1. March 25, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. March 25, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 25, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1928?

HR1928 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): The importance of regulated trapping; commend.

What does HR1928 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing the importance of regulated trapping; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1928?

Passed both chambers as of March 25, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 25, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1928?

Cannon, Chas (R, 172), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1928?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74476