HB506

AN ACT relating to the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.

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Kentucky HB506 amends laws related to the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, including licensing, penalties, and wildlife management.

Kentucky HB506 amends various sections of the Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS) concerning the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. It updates licensing requirements, penalties for wildlife violations, and wildlife management practices. The bill specifies fines and restitution for illegal wildlife activities, outlines procedures for administrative regulation reviews, and defines terms related to wildlife and fishing. It also addresses the use of firearms and other weapons in wildlife-related activities, and establishes procedures for handling contraband wildlife and devices.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

38 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 25

10:00 AM

Senate Committee On Natural Resources And Energy

Mar 12

10:00 AM

House Committee On Tourism And Outdoor Recreation

History

Apr 14

House

became law without Governor's Signature (Acts Ch. 148)

Apr 13

House

filed without Governor's signature with the Secretary of State

Apr 1

House

enrolled, signed by Speaker of the House