Extends provisions relating to the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage deer and bear

This bill extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to manage deer and bear populations in the state until December 31, 2027. Under the new provisions, the department can set hunting seasons, bag limits, and special permits for both species based on population levels and habitat conditions. The legislation also allows for additional deer management permits in specific areas where the department determines extra harvest is needed to balance the herd with available food and range. These changes update existing rules that were previously set to expire earlier, ensuring continued regulatory flexibility for wildlife management.