CA AB665

Establishes state preemption over fish and game regulation, making the Fish and Game Commission and Department of Fish and Wildlife the only entities authorized to regulate the taking or possession of fish and game unless expressly authorized by state or federal law.

Requires the Fish and Game Commission to consider populations, habitat, food supplies, animal welfare, public health and safety, and other pertinent facts when adopting regulations for taking or possessing fish, amphibians, and reptiles.

Removes the "reckless" element from the statute prohibiting intentional discharge of firearms or release of arrows/crossbow bolts over or across public roads, making it unlawful to discharge a firearm or release an arrow in an unsafe manner.

Prohibits local governments from adopting ordinances regulating hunting and fishing, directing them to pursue regulation requests through the Fish and Game Commission under Section 207.

Declares no state reimbursement is required because any local costs result from changes to crime definitions or penalties under Government Code Section 17556.