H 941
An Act authorizing the use of bow and arrows for Sunday hunting
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Bill overview
This bill would allow hunters to use bow and arrow equipment to pursue game on Sundays in Massachusetts. Currently, Sunday hunting is restricted, and this legislation seeks to expand those opportunities. The bill aims to provide hunters with a wider range of options for pursuing game, aligning the state’s hunting regulations with those of other states. It specifically addresses the use of bows and arrows, a method of hunting not currently permitted on Sundays.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the use of bow and arrow equipment for hunting.
- Permits hunting on Sundays.
- Applies to all game species currently hunted in Massachusetts.
- Does not change existing regulations regarding firearm hunting on Sundays.
- Specifies that existing wildlife management regulations apply to bow hunting on Sundays.
Who is affected
- Hunters
- The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
- Wildlife Management Officials
Notable changes
- Expands current restrictions on Sunday hunting.
- Introduces bow and arrow hunting as a permitted method on Sundays.
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Primary sponsor
Paul K. Frost
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
Joseph D. McKenna
Jr. Donald R. Berthiaume
Kelly W. Pease
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Bill H.941 194th (Current)
An Act authorizing the use of bow and arrows for Sunday hunting
By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 941) of Paul K. Frost and others relative to authorizing the use of bow and arrows for Sunday hunting. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: Paul K. Frost
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.941
| 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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