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MD SB611
Frederick and Washington Counties – Bow Hunting – Openly Carrying Handguns
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Introduced
01/26/2024
01/26/2024
In Committee
01/26/2024
01/26/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibiting the Department of Natural Resources from prohibiting certain licensed bow hunters from openly carrying a handgun under certain circumstances in Frederick County and Washington County during deer hunting season.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the Department of Natural Resources from prohibiting licensed bow hunters who are at least 21 years old from openly carrying a handgun for personal protection during deer hunting season in Frederick County and Washington County. The bill defines a "handgun" as a firearm with a barrel length not exceeding 6 inches and without a scope or electronic device attached. The bill also specifies that the Department cannot restrict the use of firearms except in the activity of hunting designated wildlife.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 2/13/2024 ) (on 02/13/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0611?ys=2024RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/sb/sb0611f.pdf |
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