Relating to restrictions on conservation officers, including entering homes and camera placement

Progress

1. Introduced
   February 16, 2026
2. Subcommittee
   February 19, 2026
3. Committee
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4. Passed Senate
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5. Passed House
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6. Signed
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Died at end of session The General Assembly adjourned on May 3, 2026. Bills that didn’t pass both chambers died. What’s a funnel?

What’s in it

This bill relates to restrictions on conservation officers, including entering homes and camera placement. The bill prohibits a conservation officer from entering a home without a warrant unless given permission by the occupant. The bill also requires the conservation officer to show the S.F. _____ occupant a warrant unless entering the home under the exception provided in the bill. The bill explicitly prohibits a conservation officer from placing a surveillance device in the home or on private land unless given permission by the occupant.

From the explanation printed with the bill as introduced, written by the Legislative Services Agency. Amendments adopted later aren’t reflected. Full bill text