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SB 66

AN ACT AUTHORIZING ALL SUNDAY HUNTING.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jeff Gordon

Connecticut bill SB 66 authorizes Sunday hunting statewide, eliminating the current prohibition and allowing year-round seven-day hunting opportunities.

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Bill Summary · SB 66

Legislative bill overview

SB 66 would remove restrictions on hunting activities on Sundays in Connecticut, allowing hunters to pursue game on all seven days of the week rather than the current six-day limitation. The bill represents a straightforward expansion of hunting opportunity without apparent exemptions or conditions specified in its title.

Why is this important

Connecticut currently prohibits Sunday hunting, a rule that affects approximately 100,000+ licensed hunters in the state and their recreational opportunities. This change could increase hunting pressure on wildlife populations, affect public land access patterns, and alter the traditional "Sunday rest" from hunting that some communities and conservationists value. Revenue implications for the state's wildlife management budget and potential conflicts with non-hunting recreational users (hikers, bird watchers) on public lands could also be significant.

Potential points of contention

  • Wildlife management concerns: Extended hunting seasons may stress certain species' populations, requiring adjusted bag limits or licensing to maintain ecological balance
  • Public land conflicts: Expanded hunting days could increase user conflicts with non-hunting recreationalists and reduce access safety on public lands
  • Religious and cultural traditions: Sunday hunting restrictions reflect historical religious observance; removal may face opposition from communities valuing that tradition or concerned about increased hunting-related incidents near populated areas

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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