An Act updating hunter harassment laws

This bill updates Massachusetts law to protect lawful hunting and fishing activities by prohibiting harassment. It bans specific actions like driving wildlife to disrupt hunting, blocking access, using drones to harass, vandalizing equipment (e.g., vehicles or blinds), or threatening hunters/fishers. Violations can result in fines up to $10,000 or jail time of up to 5 years, depending on the offense. Fines collected fund the state’s Hunter Education Program, and the law applies to all who engage in or interfere with lawful harvests.