Relates to a constitutional right to hunt, trap and fish
This bill proposes adding a new constitutional article (Article XX) that would establish a protected right for residents to hunt, trap, and fish using traditional methods. It requires state laws to preserve these activities as part of the state's heritage while mandating that wildlife management aligns with the state's duty to conserve species and protect the heritage. The amendment would not change existing regulations but would require future state laws governing these activities to explicitly support continued access for hunters, anglers, and trappers. It is a constitutional amendment, not a direct law, and would need approval through the legislative process and a public vote.
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 17, 2025
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Feb 3, 2026
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OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
upper
Jan 7, 2026
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upper
Jan 31, 2025
Committee
OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
upper
Jan 17, 2025
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upper
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Rob Ortt
RRepublican/Conservative/Independence
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