Regulatory Amendment for Bighorn Sheep Hunting Tag Quotas

The regulatory amendment adjusts hunting tag allocations for bighorn sheep in California and introduces new designated hunt areas to better manage wildlife populations and hunting pressure. This action is taken by the Fish and Game Commission to align hunting opportunities with conservation goals, ecological data, and public input, ensuring the long-term sustainability of bighorn sheep herds across their native habitats. No tags are being procured or subcontracted, and the measure focuses solely on modifying existing regulatory frameworks to reflect current biological and operational needs. The amendment applies statewide but targets specific regions where population dynamics require refined management, and it will affect only licensed hunters seeking bighorn sheep tags through the state’s draw system. The changes are effective as of the regulation’s adoption date and are implemented under the authority of California’s wildlife code, using the NAICS code 924120 to classify the regulatory nature of the action. The process was publicly disclosed via the CEQA Net portal, allowing for transparency and compliance with environmental review standards, though no commercial procurement or financial transactions are involved.