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HB26-1323

Wildfire Resiliency Prohibiting Taking of Beavers

Type Bill
Session 2026 Regular Session
Subjects
Natural Resources & Environment

Concerning wildfire resiliency through a prohibition on the taking of beavers on public land in the state.

Bill Summary:

     The bill prohibits the taking of beavers on public land for a recreational purpose or commerce in beaver fur, parts, or products. The parks and wildlife commission may adopt rules to implement the prohibition and, if the commission adopts rules, the rules must ensure that the role of beavers in the wildfire resiliency of public land is protected. A violation of the prohibition carries certain penalties.
(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

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Status

Under Consideration

Introduced

Under Consideration

Related Documents & Information

Date Version Documents
03/05/2026 Introduced PDF
Date Version Documents
03/18/2026 Initial Fiscal Note PDF
Date Location Action
03/05/2026 House Introduced In House - Assigned to Agriculture, Water & Natural Resources

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