Bill > H470

This bill amends Chapter 131 of the General Laws in Massachusetts to restrict the use of certain types of traps for capturing furbearing mammals. It prohibits the use of traps that are designed to grasp the animal's body or body part, such as steel jaw leghold traps, padded leghold traps, and snares. Instead, it allows the use of nets, box or cage type traps, and quick kill traps. The bill also requires individuals to receive training or obtain a trapping license or trap registration certificate before using any traps. The Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game is tasked with establishing regulations on the size, placement, and use of traps based on best practices. Violations of these provisions can result in fines and imprisonment, with repeat offenders potentially losing their trapping license and permit.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H470