Connecticut Senate Bill SB00114

Connecticut 2010 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/10/10
• Refer: 2/10/10

Caption

An Act Authorizing Sunday Bow Hunting On Private Property.

Impact

If SB00114 is enacted, it will significantly impact Connecticut's hunting regulations by expanding the days that individuals can participate in bow hunting. Supporters of the bill argue that providing Sunday hunting opportunities will increase participation in hunting safely and responsibly, benefitting wildlife management through regulated hunting practices. Furthermore, proponents suggest that this change could lead to economic benefits for local businesses catering to hunters, as more individuals may purchase related supplies and services on Sundays.

Summary

Senate Bill 00114 proposes to authorize bow hunting on private property during Sundays, a practice currently prohibited under state law. The bill seeks to amend the general statutes to allow residents who own or lease private land to hunt with a bow on Sundays. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for implementing a comparable license fee to those already in place for other hunting activities. The primary intent of this legislation is to enhance hunting opportunities and accommodate the preferences of local hunters who may have limited time to engage in the sport due to work commitments throughout the traditional hunting days.

Contention

Despite the potential benefits, SB00114 faces opposition from various groups concerned about the implications of allowing hunting on Sundays. Critics often express that Sundays are traditionally viewed as a day of rest and family time and that introducing hunting could lead to increased safety risks or negative impacts on families and communities. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding the implications for local wildlife populations and the hunting experience as a whole, as more individuals in the field could affect animal patterns and behaviors.