This bill establishes a requirement for individuals born on or after January 1, 2000, to obtain a certificate of trapping education in order to trap wildlife, with certain exceptions. It allows for special authorization for individuals without the certificate to trap or snare wildlife when accompanied by a qualified mentor who possesses the necessary certification and a valid Wyoming hunting license. The mentor can supervise only one person at a time, excluding immediate family members, and the special authorization is valid for one year, with the possibility of renewal. The bill also mandates the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission to create rules and regulations to implement these provisions.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to incorporate the new trapping education requirement. Specifically, it adds language to W.S. 23-2-303 to clarify that only those who qualify under the new trapping education requirement may receive a trapping license. It also updates W.S. 23-3-103 to include the new section on trapping education as part of the regulations governing the taking of predatory animals and birds. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, with certain sections becoming effective immediately upon the completion of necessary legislative processes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 23-2-303, 23-3-103