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Delegate Grammer seeks constitutional right to hunt, fish; frames as conservation measure
Summary
HB 447 would amend the Maryland Constitution to recognize the right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife subject to regulation; sponsor argued the change protects conservation traditions while preserving regulatory authority.
Delegate Grammer presented House Bill 447 proposing a constitutional amendment to recognize the right of Marylanders to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife subject to reasonable regulation.
"This legislation reflects a conservation principle deeply rooted in American history," Grammer said, framing regulated hunting and fishing as conservation tools that support habitat stewardship and fund wildlife programs through licensing and volunteer work.
Grammer emphasized that the bill would not eliminate the state's regulatory authority but would provide a constitutional framework recognizing hunting and fishing as legitimate activities that support conservation.
No committee questions were recorded and the hearing concluded without a formal committee vote on HB 447. The bill remains under committee consideration.
