The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6274, seeks to amend current law by prohibiting the use of steel-jaw leghold traps on bodies of water. This legislative change is aimed at protecting wildlife and promoting more humane trapping practices. The bill was introduced by Representative Carney from the 23rd District and has been referred to the Environment Committee for further consideration.

The bill does not specify any deletions from existing law but focuses solely on the insertion of the prohibition against steel-jaw leghold traps in the context of bodies of water. The intent behind this legislation is to enhance animal welfare and prevent potential harm to aquatic species and ecosystems.