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, defined as organized competitions aimed at hunting furbearers for cash, prizes, or other inducements, are banned for individuals, organizations, and businesses. Exceptions to this prohibition include field trials permitted by the department, authorized wildlife damage control activities that do not occur during a contest, and lawful hunting or trapping activities that also 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 between $1,000 and $5,000 for repeat offenses or violations occurring during a license suspension. Organizations and businesses that violate this section will face fines starting at $1,000 for a first offense, escalating to between $5,000 and $10,000 for subsequent violations. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.