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VT H0928
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Environment Committee
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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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