Massachusetts H940 repeals the law allowing the use of leghold traps for capturing furbearing animals.

Massachusetts H940 seeks to repeal Section 80A of chapter 131 of the General Laws, which permits the use of leghold traps for capturing furbearing animals. This bill, introduced by Representative Paul K. Frost, aims to address the use of these traps in the state, potentially impacting wildlife management practices and animal welfare. The proposed change could affect wildlife officials, trappers, and animal rights advocates.

Massachusetts H940 repeals the law allowing the use of leghold traps for capturing furbearing animals.

Massachusetts H940 seeks to repeal Section 80A of chapter 131 of the General Laws, which permits the use of leghold traps for capturing furbearing animals. This bill, introduced by Representative Paul K. Frost, aims to address the use of these traps in the state, potentially impacting wildlife management practices and animal welfare. The proposed change could affect wildlife officials, trappers, and animal rights advocates.