A bill originally intended to address issues with boarding kennels has been expanded to a meat-cleaver approach that lumps all breeders into the same
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- Freshwater: https://www.mass.gov/freshwater-fishing
- Trapping Regulations: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/trapping-information
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- State Wildlife Commission: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-fisheries-and-wildlife-board
NEWS ARCHIVE
Massachusetts Bill Severely Restricts Dog Breeding, Kennels, and Sales
NewsIn response to tragic events at a “doggy daycare” facility, Massachusetts Senators are preparing to vote on the most draconian dog owner restrictions
Read MoreSunday Hunting on the Move Across the Country
Government Affairs ArchiveLegislatures in six eastern states are considering legislation that expand Sunday hunting opportunities. “Expanding Sunday hunting is an easy way
Read MoreMassachusetts to Hold Hearing that Includes Multiple Anti-Sportsmen Bills
Government Affairs ArchiveThe state of Massachusetts is packing multiple pieces of anti-sportsmen legislation into a hearing very late in the legislative cycle. There are seven
Read MoreEye on the Antis: Attacks on Sporting Dog Owners, Breeders Still Pending
Government Affairs ArchiveComing off the back of a victory for sporting dog owners in Maine, there are still several concerning bills pending that negatively impact dog
Read MoreSupport Sunday Hunting Opportunities in Massachusetts
Government Affairs ArchiveThree bills introduced in Massachusetts will open Sunday hunting in the state for the first time ever. House Bill 914 and House Bill 1015
Read MoreMassachusetts Duck Hunting Bill Scheduled for Hearing
Government Affairs ArchiveLegislation that would severely restrict waterfowl hunting in a key hunting area of Massachusetts has been scheduled for a hearing on Tuesday, Nov.
Read MoreMassachusetts Representative Targets Duck Hunting
Legislative ActionUnder the guise of “public safety and quality of life,” Rep. RoseLee Vincent (D-Suffolk) has introduced House Bill 4138, which creates a gigantic
Read MoreALERT! Massachusetts Bill Bans Outdoor Dogs
Legislative ActionOn Sept. 24, Massachusetts legislators will consider a bill that would literally ban outdoor dogs. Unless a dog owner is physically present, Senate
Read MoreMassachusetts Sunday Hunting Bills Scheduled for Hearing
Legislative ActionOn June 25, the Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture will hold a hearing on three bills that would permit Sunday hunting
Read MoreMassachusetts Bills Allow for Sunday Hunting
Legislative ActionA pair of Massachusetts state representatives have introduced two bills that would open Sunday hunting opportunities in the Bay State. HB 884,
Read MoreMassachusetts: Bill Restricting Trapping Sent To Governor
Government Affairs ArchiveTake Action Today! Massachusetts sportsmen should contact Gov. Baker and ask him to VETO Senate Bill 2646 because it will cause flooding, property
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