Bill > S494

This bill amends the existing laws in Massachusetts to allow the use of crossbows for hunting, in addition to the use of bows and arrows. Specifically, it removes the prohibition on using crossbows, except as provided in a separate section (Section 69). The bill then updates Section 69 to establish rules and regulations governing the design, weight, and type of bows, arrows, and crossbows that can be used for hunting, with the requirement that they conform to standards generally accepted for hunting purposes.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S494