A 6965 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to deer hunting with a minor

This bill removes a requirement that a supervising adult and a minor remain at ground level during deer hunting in New York. It directly affects minors aged 14-17 who hunt with a parent, guardian, or responsible adult, as it eliminates the specific ground-level rule previously mandated. The bill amends existing law by deleting the ground-level provision while retaining other safety requirements: the adult must have at least three years of deer hunting experience, hold a valid hunting license, and maintain physical control (defined as being able to give verbal instructions, maintain visual contact, and provide guidance). The key change simplifies supervision rules without altering the adult's experience or license requirements. This amendment took effect immediately upon enactment.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 18, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Mar 18, 2025
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