Why This Matters
This bill prohibits using motor vehicles to hunt certain predator animals on federal land, aiming to protect wildlife and promote responsible hunting practices.
If you hunt on federal land, you cannot use a vehicle to pursue or capture mammalian predators.
Affects: Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who use federal land for recreation.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill makes it illegal to use a motor vehicle to hunt mammalian predators on federal land. 2. Violators could face fines up to $10,000 or up to 5 years in prison. 3. There are exceptions for using a vehicle to protect oneself or others from danger. 4. The Secretary of the Interior will investigate any violations of this law. 5. Federal land includes areas owned by the United States, excluding certain tribal lands.
Who is affected?
Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who use federal land for recreation.