Bill > SB2197

This bill amends North Dakota hunting regulations to expand crossbow usage during deer hunting seasons. Specifically, the bill allows individuals with a deer gun license to use a crossbow during any deer gun season, which was not previously permitted. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that enables individuals over the age of 75 to use a crossbow during deer bow season, provided they have the appropriate deer bow license. This change provides more flexibility for older hunters who may have difficulty using traditional hunting bows, and it broadens the range of weapon options for hunters during specific hunting seasons. The amendment modifies Section 20.1-01-34 of the North Dakota Century Code, making crossbows a legal hunting weapon under these specified conditions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2197.html