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Bill to create recreational alligator hunting season in Louisiana signed by governor

WGNO 26 New Orleans

May 8, 2026

Louisiana is getting its first recreational alligator hunting season after Gov. Jeff Landry signed the bill into law, State Sen. Robert Allain III (R-Franklin) announced Thursday.…

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