H 1016
An Act relative to hunting on Sunday
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Bill overview
This bill, H.1016, proposed to allow hunting on Sundays in Massachusetts. It was introduced by Representatives Kelly Pease and Donald Berthiaume Jr. and aimed to repeal existing restrictions on hunting during the day, potentially impacting wildlife management practices and recreational hunting opportunities. The bill faced significant legislative action, including committee review and a joint hearing, before ultimately failing to pass.
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Primary sponsor
Kelly W. Pease
Cosponsors
Dennis C. Gallagher
Jonathan D. Zlotnik
Jr. Donald R. Berthiaume
Kelly W. Pease
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Bill H.1016 194th (Current)
An Act relative to hunting on Sunday
By Representative Pease of Westfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1016) of Kelly W. Pease and Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., relative to hunting on Sunday. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: Kelly W. Pease
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.1016
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5149 |
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