A bill for an act relating to deer depredation.

This bill allows Iowa landowners to obtain depredation permits if deer cause $1,000 or more in damage to crops, horticultural products, trees, or nursery stock. It establishes a dedicated deer depredation season running January 11-31 each year for permit holders. During this period, landowners may hunt deer using rifles (with department-approved cartridges), shotguns, muzzleloaders, handguns, crossbows, or bows. The law directly affects agricultural landowners experiencing significant deer-related property damage.