Bill > H1062

This bill proposes a simple amendment to Massachusetts General Laws, specifically section 68 of chapter 131, which relates to hunting regulations. By inserting the word "coyote" after "raccoon" in the existing law, the bill would authorize hunters to use artificial light when hunting coyotes. Currently, the law likely permits hunting certain animals like raccoons with artificial light, and this modification would extend that same allowance to coyote hunting. Artificial light hunting is a technique where hunters use bright lights to illuminate and attract or disorient animals at night, making them easier to spot and potentially hunt. This change would provide Massachusetts hunters with an additional method for controlling the coyote population, which can be important for managing wildlife interactions, protecting livestock, and maintaining ecological balance.