S634
An Act conserving our natural resources
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Bill overview
This bill aims to restrict the use of traps for capturing furbearing mammals in Massachusetts. It seeks to protect these animals and their habitats by limiting the methods used for their capture. The legislation focuses specifically on trapping practices and seeks to reduce potential harm to wildlife. The bill was referred to the Environment and Natural Resources committee.
Key provisions
- Restricts the use of traps for capturing furbearing mammals.
- Aims to protect furbearing mammals and their habitats.
- Addresses trapping practices within the state of Massachusetts.
- Related to the broader conservation of natural resources.
Who is affected
- Furbearing mammals
- Trappers
- The Department of Fish and Wildlife
- Environmental advocates
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Primary sponsor
Paul W. Mark
Cosponsors
Joanne M. Comerford
Paul W. Mark
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Bill S.634 194th (Current)
An Act conserving our natural resources
By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 634) of Paul W. Mark for legislation to restrict the use of traps for capturing furbearing mammals. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Paul W. Mark
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.634
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2728 |
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