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NY S07661

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/5/2022

Primary Sponsor

Thomas O'Mara

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes specifications for minimum crossbow bolt length (14 inches), limb width (17 inches), and overall length (24 inches) from hunting regulations.

  • Eliminates minimum peak draw weight requirement of 100 pounds and maximum peak draw weight limit of 200 pounds for hunting crossbows.

  • Retains requirement that crossbow trigger units must have a working safety mechanism.

  • Amends Environmental Conservation Law sections 11-0901(b)(9) and 11-0901(c)(9) to streamline crossbow hunting specifications.

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Removes restrictions on crossbow size and draw weight when used for hunting.

Last Action

REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

1/5/2022

Committee Referrals

Environmental Conservation1/5/2022

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