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VT H0928

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Environment Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Updates the uniform point system for fish and wildlife violations by correcting statutory cross-references for trapping rules, deer management rules, bear management rules, turkey seasons, and moose management rules
  • Removes gun suppressors from the 10-point violation category for prohibited weapons use and adds air bows/rifles and crossbows to the 20-point category for illegal use of light while hunting
  • Grants the Commissioner of Fish and Wildlife discretion to set annual hunting license expiration at either December 31 of the issue year or 365 days from the date of purchase
  • Authorizes the Department of Fish and Wildlife to issue additional big game tags or permits not listed in statute and charge fees up to the prevailing rate for big game tags
  • Repeals the requirement for the Agency of Natural Resources to involve citizens and municipalities in developing 10-year management plans for Champion lands; effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

An act relating to technical corrections to fish and wildlife statutes

Last Action

Committee bill read first time and referred to Committee on Ways and Means per Rule 35(a)

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means3/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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