LD95

This bill amends Maine's wildlife laws to simplify regulations on deer hunting seasons and clarify rules for special hunting seasons.

This bill repeals redundant provisions related to deer hunting seasons that are now covered by Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife rules. It reorganizes laws regarding rulemaking for open and closed seasons for deer hunting, clarifying distinctions between expanded archery seasons and special hunting seasons. It also corrects cross-references and updates permit requirements. The bill maintains the open season for deer between September 15th and December 20th annually, with specific rules for special seasons and expanded archery seasons.