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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
03/03/2026
03/03/2026
Crossed Over
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Passed
04/08/2026
04/08/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/08/2026
04/08/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Department of Wildlife Resources; fishing tackle recycling and disposal; educational webpage. Directs the Department of Wildlife Resources to (i) develop, publish, and maintain a dedicated webpage on its website to educate the recreational fishing community and the general public about the importance of responsible recycling and disposal of fishing tackle, as defined in the bill, and (ii) periodically update such webpage to ensure that educational materials are current, relevant, and effective in promoting responsible fishing practices. The bill directs the Department to update the webpage at least every three years in consultation with relevant state agencies and stakeholders.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of Wildlife Resources to create and maintain a dedicated webpage on its website to educate anglers and the public about the proper recycling and disposal of fishing tackle, which is defined as recreational fishing equipment like fishing line, hooks, and lures. The webpage will include clear instructions on how to dispose of tackle, information on the dangers of improper disposal to wildlife, visual aids showing the negative impacts on animals, and resources for local recycling or disposal sites. The Department must update this webpage at least every three years, in consultation with other state agencies and relevant groups, and the webpage must be published by January 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (7)
Jessica Anderson (D)*,
Kacey Carnegie (D),
Lindsey Dougherty (D),
Lily Franklin (D),
John Chilton McAuliff (D),
Charlie Schmidt (D),
Rodney Willett (D),
Last Action
Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0379) (on 04/08/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB291 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB291/text/CHAP0379 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB291) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1213170.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB291/text/HB291ER |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB291/text/HB291H1 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB291/text/HB291HC2 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB291/text/HB291HC1 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB291/text/HB291 |
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