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SB 879

Baltimore City - Natural Resources - Archery Hunting Safety Zones

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dalya Attar

SB 879 authorizes Sunday deer hunting and establishes archery safety zones in Baltimore City, potentially expanding urban hunting opportunities subject to defined safety parameters.

Third Reading Passed (128-5)
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Bill Summary · SB 879

Legislative bill overview

SB 879 modifies Maryland hunting regulations to permit Sunday deer hunting and establishes archery hunting safety zones specifically in Baltimore City. The bill addresses whether these activities can occur within city limits and under what safety conditions, potentially expanding hunting opportunities in an urban jurisdiction.

Why is this important

Baltimore City residents and hunters would be directly affected by changes to when and where hunting is legally permitted. This intersects wildlife management, public safety in urban areas, and recreational opportunities—balancing hunting interests against urban density and public space usage concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Urban safety concerns: Hunting activities in densely populated Baltimore City raise questions about firearm/archery safety, accident risk to non-hunters, and compatibility with residential areas
  • Sunday hunting tradition: Some residents view Sunday as unsuitable for hunting due to religious observance or weekend recreational use of parks and natural areas
  • Safety zone definition: Disputes likely over how large these zones should be, who determines boundaries, and whether they adequately protect residents and property
  • Wildlife management philosophy: Differing views on whether expanded hunting helps or harms urban wildlife populations and ecosystem balance

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

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