AN ACT to amend and reenact subsection 1 of section 20.1-03-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to youth deer hunting permits.

SB 2309 modifies North Dakota's rules for youth deer hunting permits by adjusting eligibility based on a hunter's age during the season. It allows youth aged 11-13 whose birthday falls during a deer season to receive either a statewide antlerless deer permit or a governor-proclaimed antlerless permit, while those aged 12-13 may apply for antelope permits. The bill requires all youth hunters under these provisions to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or authorized adult who maintains constant visual and verbal contact. This directly affects young hunters (ages 11-13) and their adult supervisors during hunting seasons.