Bill > HB882

This bill modifies Maryland's hunting regulations for Prince George's County, specifically addressing two key aspects of deer and archery hunting. First, the bill allows the Department of Natural Resources to permit deer hunting on every Sunday during the deer bow hunting season in Prince George's County, expanding hunting opportunities in the area. Second, the bill changes the safety zone regulations for archery hunters in Prince George's County, reducing the restricted area around inhabited structures from 150 yards to 50 yards. This means that archery hunters will now be allowed to hunt closer to dwelling houses, residences, churches, and other occupied buildings, provided they maintain a 50-yard distance. The change brings Prince George's County in line with several other Maryland counties that already have this reduced safety zone for archery hunters. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local hunters and authorities time to prepare for and implement these new regulations.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0882?ys=2025RS