The bill introduces a new section, 20-13-19, to Chapter 20-13 of the General Laws, which prohibits wildlife killing contests in the state. These contests are defined as organized competitions aimed at hunting furbearers for cash, prizes, or other inducements. The prohibition applies to individuals, organizations, and businesses, with specific exceptions for field trials permitted by the department, authorized wildlife damage control activities (as long as they do not occur during a contest), and lawful hunting or trapping activities (provided they do not take place during a contest).

Violations of this prohibition will result in fines for individuals ranging from a minimum of $500 for a first offense to a minimum of $1,000 for repeat offenders or those convicted while their hunting license is suspended, with a maximum fine of $5,000. Organizations and businesses that violate this section will face fines starting at $1,000 for a first offense, escalating to a minimum of $5,000 for repeat violations, with a maximum fine of $10,000. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.