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This bill amends the laws governing commercial large game shooting area licenses in Maine by modifying the process for transferring such licenses. Specifically, the bill repeals the existing section 5 of the law and replaces it with a new provision that requires individuals seeking to transfer a commercial large game shooting area license to obtain prior approval from the commissioner of the department. The department now has discretion to either require the proposed new licensee to apply for an entirely new license or approve the transfer of the existing license. The approval will be granted only if the proposed new licensee can demonstrate their ability to comply with the license terms and conditions and meet the existing requirements for maintaining a commercial large game shooting area. Additionally, the bill updates references to the license transfer provisions in related sections of the law to ensure consistency. The changes aim to provide more flexibility and oversight in the transfer of commercial large game shooting area licenses while maintaining regulatory standards for these specialized hunting facilities.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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