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MD HB1480
Frederick and Washington Counties - Bow Hunting - Openly Carrying Handguns
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Introduced
02/14/2024
02/14/2024
In Committee
03/15/2024
03/15/2024
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 Maryland Department of Natural Resources from preventing certain licensed bow hunters from openly carrying a handgun for personal protection in Frederick County and Washington County during deer hunting season, as long as the hunter is at least 21 years old and does not use the handgun to kill any wildlife wounded by a bow or crossbow. 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 takes effect on July 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
House Environment and Transportation Hearing (13:00:00 3/20/2024 ) (on 03/20/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1480?ys=2024RS |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/votes_comm/hb1480_hru.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/bills/hb/hb1480f.pdf |
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