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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
03/09/2018
03/09/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to hunting near a dwelling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill amends a section of the General Laws to allow for hunting with a bow and arrow from an elevated tree stand, provided that the stand is not less than 250 feet from any dwelling in use, except as authorized by the owner or occupant of the dwelling. The key provision is the new language allowing hunting from an elevated tree stand near a dwelling, with the 250-foot distance requirement and the exception for authorization from the dwelling's owner or occupant.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules (on 03/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S435 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S435.pdf |
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