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WV SB721
Bill
Status
3/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bill Hamilton
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AI Summary
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Authorizes hunters to use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs/drones) in addition to leashed dogs to track and locate mortally wounded deer, elk, turkey, wild boar, or bear
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Limits dog tracking to one leashed dog per handler or hunter, with the hunter prohibited from handling additional dogs if using a dog handler
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Requires UAV operators to possess a valid hunting license and, if operating on property they do not own or lease, must hold federal FAA certification under 14 C.F.R. § 107
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Mandates that dog handlers or UAV operators providing tracking services for profit must be licensed as outfitters or guides under state law
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Directs the Division of Natural Resources director to publish an annual list of licensed outfitters and guides offering dog or UAV tracking services by September 1 each year
Legislative Description
Authorizing use of unmanned aerial vehicles to track certain mortally wounded wild animals
Natural Resources
Last Action
To House Government Organization
3/26/2025