Relates to the taking of wildlife without a permit; takings may only be done subject to regulations promulgated by the department; regulations shall.

New York A00710 amends the environmental conservation law to regulate the taking of wildlife without a permit. It allows certain individuals to take wildlife that is injuring property or has become a nuisance, subject to regulations. These regulations must incorporate the most recent euthanasia guidelines from the American Veterinary Medical Association. The bill specifies that the method of taking wildlife must be the least stressful, quickest, and most painless to the animal, while also protecting human health and safety.

Relates to the taking of wildlife without a permit; takings may only be done subject to regulations promulgated by the department; regulations shall.

New York A00710 amends the environmental conservation law to regulate the taking of wildlife without a permit. It allows certain individuals to take wildlife that is injuring property or has become a nuisance, subject to regulations. These regulations must incorporate the most recent euthanasia guidelines from the American Veterinary Medical Association. The bill specifies that the method of taking wildlife must be the least stressful, quickest, and most painless to the animal, while also protecting human health and safety.