An Act to provide priority antlerless deer permits for disabled veteran hunters

This bill (HD 839) gives priority access to antlerless deer hunting permits (ADPs) in Massachusetts for veterans with a disability certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It requires the state wildlife agency to guarantee these veterans receive an ADP before other applicants when permits are limited. The bill also mandates creating a new application process to verify disability status and apply for these priority permits. The policy takes effect immediately upon enactment.