General Bill Info
Legislative Topic:
Pollution
Bill Year:
2014
Brief Bill Description:
This bill would require DEM to phase out the use of lead ammunition by hunters by 2017, if it is practicable and if the agency has the resources to enforce it. DEM would provide coupons so hunters do not incur financial losses. It does not apply to law enforcement officers. Breaking the law is punishable by $500 fine for first offense, $1000 second offense, and $5000 third offense.
Add to Agenda?:
Consider Supporting
Legislative Activity Type:
Bill
House Info
House Bill #:
7838
Rep Lead Sponsor:
House Committee Assignment:
House Hearings:
Current House Bill Status:
Deferred
House Bill Status Report:
03/04/2014 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
04/02/2014 Committee transferred to House Environment and Natural Resources
04/11/2014 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/17/2014)
04/17/2014 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Senate Info
Senate Bill #:
2628
Senate Lead Sponsor:
Sen Co-Sponsor:
Senate Committee Assignment:
Current Senate Bill Status:
In Committee
Senate Bill Status Report:
03/04/2014 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
ECRI Position
Legislative Agenda