HB 475 (1993): relative to special permits for the use of crossbows by physically disabled persons.

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HB 475 (1993)

relative to special permits for the use of crossbows by physically disabled persons.

  • Status: Signed into law
  • Term: 1993-1994
  • House committee: Wildlife and Marine Resources
  • Senate committee: Wildlife and Recreation
  • Subject: Fish & Game
  • Chapter law: 44

The Story

It was introduced on January 6, 1993 and referred to the House Wildlife and Marine Resources committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 3, 1993. The majority of the committee recommended that the House pass it unanimously, 15–0, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On February 18, 1993 the House voted to pass it. It crossed to the Senate on March 4, 1993 and was referred to the Senate Wildlife and Recreation committee. The committee held a public hearing on March 11, 1993. The committee recommended that the Senate pass it. On March 25, 1993 the Senate voted to pass it on a voice vote. The bill was enrolled on April 1, 1993 — the final check of the text before it goes to the governor. The governor signed it on April 8, 1993, making it Chapter 44 of the session laws. It took effect on June 7, 1993.

Sponsors

  • Rep. D. Cote (Hills 29) (prime sponsor)
  • Rep. G. Merrill (Coos 1)
  • Rep. Drake (Rock 24)
  • Sen. Cohen (SD24)

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 3, 1993, 11:00 AM: hearing, House Wildlife and Marine Resources, RM307,LOB
  • March 11, 1993, 11:15 AM: hearing, Senate Wildlife and Recreation, RM209,LOB

Votes

  • March 25, 1993, Senate: Ought to Pass — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 6, 1993: INTRODUCED AND REF TO WILDLIFE; HJ8,P120
  • January 6, 1993: IN SEAT POCKET ON 01/06/93 DUE ON 02/10/93
  • February 3, 1993: HEARING FEB03 11:00 RM307,LOB FOR: WILDLIFE
  • February 10, 1993: MAJ REPORT OTP FOR FEB18 (VOTE 15-0;CC)
  • February 18, 1993: PASSED; HJ24,P507 + 538
  • March 4, 1993: INTRODUCED AND REF TO WILDLIFE & REC; SJ8,P138
  • March 11, 1993: HEARING MAR11 11:15 RM209,LOB FOR: WILDLIFE & REC
  • March 24, 1993: COMM REPORT OTP MAR25
  • March 25, 1993: PASSED VV; SJ11,P220 + 221
  • April 1, 1993: ENROLLED; HJ49,P1162
  • April 1, 1993: ENROLLED; SJ12,P228
  • April 8, 1993: SIGNED BY GOVERNOR 04/08/93 EFF: 06/07/93 CHAP.0044

Laws It Would Change

Related Bills

  • HB 351 (1989): relative to special permits for the use of crossbows by physically handicapped persons.

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