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2022 SESSION

22100901D
SENATE BILL NO. 492
Senate Amendments in [ ] – January 28, 2022
Prefiled January 11, 2022
A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 29.1-528.3, relating to use of snare traps; prohibition.
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Patron Prior to Engrossment--Senator McDougle
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Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources
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Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. That the Code of Virginia is amended by adding a section numbered 29.1-528.3 as follows:

§ 29.1-528.3. Local regulation of snare traps.

It shall be illegal to kill or trap or attempt to kill or trap any game animal using a snare trap [ in any area of the Commonwealth east of Interstate 95 during deer hunting season ] .