Committee previews H.230 changes on reptiles, penalties and a small farmer reimbursement program

May 7, 2025

The committee reviewed H.230 proposals that would increase some big‑game penalties, convert many hunting violations to civil penalties, restrict commercial trade in certain reptiles and amphibians and propose ending a little‑used farmer damage reimbursement program.

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The Senate Natural Resources and Energy Committee received a preview May 7 of proposed Fish and Wildlife changes in H.230, including expanded protections for reptiles and amphibians, adjusted penalties for some wildlife violations and a proposal to end a small farmer crop‑damage reimbursement program.

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