An Act relative to the use of shotguns
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife to create regulations regarding the types of shotgun ammunition that can be used for hunting. It seeks to standardize and clarify rules related to ammunition use within the state’s hunting regulations. The bill aims to provide greater clarity and consistency for hunters and wildlife officials. The regulations will be developed by the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife.
Key provisions
- Directs the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife to promulgate regulations.
- Regulations will pertain to the use and possession of shotgun ammunition.
- Regulations are specifically for hunting purposes.
- The Director of Fisheries and Wildlife will oversee the development of these regulations.
- The regulations will be within the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement.
Who is affected
- Hunters
- Wildlife officials
- Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement
- The general public (regarding hunting regulations)
Notable changes
- Establishes a process for the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife to create specific regulations.
- Clarifies the scope of ammunition regulations to include both use and possession.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
Cosponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
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