H 930
An Act relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to allow bow hunting for deer within Wompatuck State Park in Massachusetts. Currently, hunting is prohibited in the park. The bill seeks to establish a regulated bow hunting program to manage the deer population and mitigate potential damage to the park’s ecosystem and resources. It is part of a series of similar bills addressing bow hunting in state parks.
Key provisions
- Authorizes bow hunting of deer within Wompatuck State Park.
- Establishes regulations for bow hunting, including licensing and equipment requirements.
- Specifies the goals of the bow hunting program, such as population management and habitat preservation.
- Requires the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to oversee the program.
- Allows for the use of specific hunting methods and seasons.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Visitors to Wompatuck State Park
- The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
- Deer population in Wompatuck State Park
- Local hunters
Notable changes
- Currently, bow hunting is prohibited in Wompatuck State Park.
- This bill would introduce a regulated bow hunting program.
- Similar bills have been proposed in the past, indicating ongoing interest in this issue.
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Primary sponsor
David F. DeCoste
Cosponsor
David F. DeCoste
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Bill H.930 194th (Current)
An Act relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 930) of David F. DeCoste relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: David F. DeCoste
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.930
| 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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