Prohibiting the taking of non-native big game mammals in a fenced or other area from which there is no means for such mammal to escape
This bill bans facilities housing non-native big game mammals (like deer or elk) from allowing people to pay to hunt or spear these animals in enclosed areas where escape is impossible. It specifically prohibits activities such as shooting tied or confined animals in pens, cages, or fenced areas without escape routes, and prevents releasing confined animals while others shoot at them. The law defines "fee" broadly to include payments for lodging or meals at these facilities, not just direct hunting fees. This directly affects hunting facilities that operate enclosed areas with non-native animals, requiring them to modify their practices to allow escape routes for the animals.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
Jan 8, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Deborah Glick
DDemocratic
Co
Amy Paulin
DDemocratic
Co
Linda Rosenthal
DDemocratic
Co
William Colton
DDemocratic
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