Bill > S587

This bill further regulates the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. The key provisions include: 1. Increasing fines and penalties for various wildlife violations, with higher penalties for repeat offenders and violations involving certain species like deer, bear, and turkey. 2. Requiring the Department of Fish and Game to enter into the Wildlife Violator Compact, which allows for reciprocal recognition and enforcement of wildlife violations across participating states. 3. Mandating the posting of clear notice at the borders of wildlife sanctuaries, and providing an affirmative defense against violations if the required notice has not been posted. 4. Extending the suspension period for licenses revoked due to certain wildlife violations, up to 10 years for repeat offenders. 5. Requiring the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife and the Division of Marine Fisheries to promulgate regulations to implement the Wildlife Violator Compact within one year. The bill aims to strengthen the enforcement of laws and regulations related to illegal hunting and wildlife protection in Massachusetts.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S587