VT S0290

Establishes a "no net loss" policy for State lands available for hunting and fishing, using July 1, 2026 as the baseline acreage that must be maintained

Requires State lands to be open to public hunting and fishing access unless restricted for wildlife management, public safety, or legal compliance

Mandates the Secretary of Natural Resources to acquire replacement acreage within 25 miles when lands are closed to hunting or fishing, with the same permitted activities as the closed lands

Requires annual reports to the legislature by January 15 detailing acreage closed, acreage opened as compensation, and total available acreage for hunting and fishing

Effective date: July 1, 2026