AN ACT PROHIBITING THE USE OF STEEL-JAW LEGHOLD TRAPS ON BODIES OF WATER.

HB 6274 prohibits the use of steel-jaw leghold traps on bodies of water, such as lakes, rivers, and ponds. This law directly affects trappers who currently use these traps near waterways, banning their deployment in those locations. The bill amends state statutes to create this specific prohibition, focusing on preventing trapping activities in aquatic environments. The measure aims to address concerns about wildlife safety and trapping practices near water, without altering other trapping regulations.