The bill H.132 aims to prohibit the taking of furbearers using bait when hunting with a gun, bow and arrow, or crossbow. It introduces a new section, 10 V.S.A. 4866, which defines "bait" as any substance used to attract wildlife, with an exception for materials placed as part of standard agricultural practices. The bill explicitly states that no person shall take a fur-bearing animal using bait in the specified manners.

Additionally, the bill amends 10 V.S.A. 4502(b) to include a new violation category for taking furbearers with the use of bait, which will result in points being assessed against violators. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 10-4502(b), 10-4502