HB 2580
Exempting honorably discharged Veterans from “Hunter Safety Course” requirement for WV Hunting License
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia law to exempt honorably discharged veterans from the requirement to complete a hunter safety course before obtaining a hunting license. Veterans who meet this criteria can use proof of honorable discharge instead of completing the course. The bill also clarifies provisions regarding hunter safety courses, revocation of licenses, and penalties for falsifying training certificates.
Key provisions
- Exempts honorably discharged veterans from the hunter safety course requirement.
- Allows veterans to use proof of honorable discharge instead of completing the course.
- Clarifies requirements for hunter safety courses, including annual offerings and certified instructors.
- Addresses license revocation and reinstatement for veterans, with specific considerations for negligent shooting convictions.
- Prohibits the falsification of hunter safety certificates, with associated penalties.
Who is affected
- Honorably discharged veterans
- West Virginia residents seeking hunting licenses
- The West Virginia Department of Natural Resources (WVDNR)
- Hunter Education Association
- Individuals with revoked hunting licenses
Notable changes
- Adds an exemption for honorably discharged veterans to the hunter safety course requirement.
- Specifies the acceptable form of proof for veterans (proof of honorable discharge).
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