SB1668 Summary

• Allows persons aged 16 years old or younger to use a crossbow while hunting during regular bow hunting seasons.

• Youth hunters using a crossbow may be issued one either-sex deer permit and one antlerless-only permit.

• Amends the Wildlife Code sections 2.5 and 2.26 to add crossbow eligibility for young hunters as a fourth condition, alongside existing provisions for seniors 62+, disabled persons, and late-season hunters.