Maryland House Bill 447: Natural Resources - Right to Hunt, Fish, and Harvest Wildlife

Maryland · 2026 Regular Session

What it does

Establishing that every person has the right to hunt, fish, or harvest wildlife, including the right to use traditional methods to hunt, fish, or harvest wildlife, subject to certain regulations and restrictions; establishing that the right to hunt and fish is forever preserved for the public good; and establishing that fishing and hunting are preferred means of managing and controlling wildlife in the State.

Latest action

Hearing 3/16 at 12:00 p.m. (2026-03-11)

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