Maryland SB181 mandates the use of nonlead ammunition for hunting all game species by July 1, 2029, with exceptions for specific weapons and.

Maryland SB181 requires the Department of Natural Resources to phase out lead ammunition for hunting by July 1, 2029, to mitigate health and environmental risks. The law defines nonlead ammunition as having less than 1% lead content or being federally approved nontoxic ammunition. Exceptions are made for muzzleloaders, handguns, rifles, and shotguns if nonlead ammunition is not commercially available. Regulations for hunting pen-raised birds on regulated shooting areas must be adopted by July 1, 2027, and for other game species by July 1, 2028.

Maryland SB181 mandates the use of nonlead ammunition for hunting all game species by July 1, 2029, with exceptions for specific weapons and.

Maryland SB181 requires the Department of Natural Resources to phase out lead ammunition for hunting by July 1, 2029, to mitigate health and environmental risks. The law defines nonlead ammunition as having less than 1% lead content or being federally approved nontoxic ammunition. Exceptions are made for muzzleloaders, handguns, rifles, and shotguns if nonlead ammunition is not commercially available. Regulations for hunting pen-raised birds on regulated shooting areas must be adopted by July 1, 2027, and for other game species by July 1, 2028.