Bill S.311, introduced by Senators Cummings and Perchlik, aims to clarify the requirements for posting land against hunting and fishing in Vermont. The bill specifies that "posting annually" means that landowners must post their land once every 12 months. It amends current law to replace references to "his or her" with "the owners" and "he or she" with "the owner," ensuring that the language is gender-neutral. Additionally, it introduces a requirement for landowners to record their postings annually in the town clerk's office, with the posting being valid for 365 days from the date of recording. The recording process will involve a triplicate form that includes details such as the number of acres posted and the date of posting.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that notices prohibiting hunting, fishing, or trapping must be maintained at all times and dated each year. The town clerk will retain a fee of $5.00 for the recording of these postings, which will be open to public inspection. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 10-5201