Bill > S4584

This bill, known as "Canyon's Law," proposes to prohibit the use of M-44 devices, commonly referred to as "cyanide bombs," on public lands. M-44 devices are designed to release the highly toxic pesticide sodium cyanide when triggered by an animal, primarily targeting predators like wolves, coyotes, foxes, and wild dogs that are suspected of preying on livestock and poultry. The bill cites concerns about the indiscriminate nature of these devices, which have harmed non-target wildlife and people, including the exposure of children to the poison. The bill would require the removal of any existing M-44 devices from public lands within 30 days of the bill's enactment.