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A 6854

Removes restrictions on crossbow size and draw weight when used for hunting

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Phil Palmesano

A 6854 would remove crossbow size and draw-weight limits for hunting, broadening gear options for hunters and reshaping rules for makers, retailers, and enforcement.

REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Bill Summary · A 6854

Summary of Assembly Bill A 6854 (Removes restrictions on crossbow size and draw weight when used for hunting)

Overview

Assembly Bill A 6854 would remove existing restrictions relating to crossbow size and draw weight when crossbows are used for hunting. Introduced on March 14, 2025, the bill is currently referred to the Environmental Conservation Committee. The primary sponsor is Assemblymember Philip Palmesano. Related companion legislation exists in the Senate (S 1504), and prior-session related Assembly bills include A 9724 and A 4372.

What the bill would do (Key provisions)

  • Remove or relax statutory restrictions on crossbow size and draw weight specifically when used for hunting.
  • Apply to crossbows used for hunting activities, while presumably maintaining other applicable hunting laws and safety standards.
  • The text would specify any enforcement provisions, penalties, or effective dates, but those details are not provided in the information available here.

Who would be affected

  • Hunters who use crossbows for hunting would be directly impacted, potentially expanding the range of crossbows considered permissible for hunting purposes.
  • Crossbow manufacturers, retailers, and distributors could see changes in demand and product markets as restrictions on size and draw weight are loosened.
  • State wildlife and environmental agencies and law enforcement would implement and enforce any revised regulations.
  • Other stakeholders in hunting and wildlife management may be affected indirectly through changes in equipment used during hunting seasons.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: March 14, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to the Environmental Conservation Committee, indicating the bill is at an early to intermediate stage in the legislative process.
  • Legislative actions recorded on March 14, 2025 show the referral to Environmental Conservation (noting two entries of the same action).

Related and companion measures

  • Companion bill: S 1504 (Senate), indicating cross-chamber consideration of the same or similar policy.
  • Prior-session related Assembly bills: A 9724 and A 4372, suggesting ongoing or previously pursued versions of the crossbow regulation change.

Notes for readers

  • The summary reflects the information provided, without the full text of the bill. The exact definitions, scope, enforcement details, and effective dates would be found in the bill’s official text and accompanying legislative analysis once released by the Environmental Conservation Committee.

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

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