Idaho H0939 amends hunting regulations, prohibiting certain technologies and methods.

Idaho H0939 amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the taking of wildlife. It prohibits the use of motorized vehicles, including unmanned aircraft systems, for hunting or molesting game animals and birds. Exceptions are made for emergency or search and rescue operations, and for physically disabled individuals with special permits. The bill also bans the use of thermal imaging, night vision, trail cameras, and drones for hunting big game animals or game birds from August through December. Additionally, it prohibits hunting with artificial light, except for specific exceptions.

Idaho H0939 amends hunting regulations, prohibiting certain technologies and methods.

Idaho H0939 amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the taking of wildlife. It prohibits the use of motorized vehicles, including unmanned aircraft systems, for hunting or molesting game animals and birds. Exceptions are made for emergency or search and rescue operations, and for physically disabled individuals with special permits. The bill also bans the use of thermal imaging, night vision, trail cameras, and drones for hunting big game animals or game birds from August through December. Additionally, it prohibits hunting with artificial light, except for specific exceptions.