Bill > H0128

This bill amends Idaho hunting regulations by prohibiting the Department of Fish and Game from creating or enforcing any rules that would ban the use of sabots during muzzleloader-only hunting seasons. A sabot (pronounced "say-bo") is a small plastic sleeve that allows a smaller caliber bullet to be fired from a larger caliber muzzleloader, which can improve accuracy and performance. The bill adds a new section (Section 36-419) to Title 36, Chapter 4 of Idaho Code, explicitly preventing the department from implementing any regulations that would restrict sabot use during muzzleloader hunting periods. The bill is designated as an emergency measure and will go into effect on July 1, 2025, which means it will be immediately implemented upon that date, ensuring hunters can use sabots in muzzleloader-only seasons without potential future regulatory restrictions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Resources and Conservation Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0128/