The bill amends existing laws related to trapping in Wyoming by authorizing the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission to establish specific rules regarding trap setback specifications on public or state lands. The previous requirement for the commission to consult with other affected entities before promulgating these rules has been removed. The new regulations will cover various aspects of trapping, including snares, breakaway weights, and the location of breakaway devices, while also maintaining requirements for marking traps with the owner's identification. Additionally, the bill stipulates that traps must not be set within thirty feet of exposed bait or carcasses over five pounds and mandates regular checks of traps by their owners.

Furthermore, the bill repeals an obsolete provision in the current law and requires the Game and Fish Commission to create all necessary rules to implement the new provisions. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, with certain sections becoming effective immediately upon the completion of necessary legislative processes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 23-2-303
Engrossed: 23-2-303