Which Trenton Legislation Would Permit Bow Hunting Near Homes?
Senate Bill S1181, sponsored by Senator Jeff Van Drew (D-District 1) and Co-Sponsored by: Senator Oroho (R-District 24), reduces the safety buffer zone surrounding homes from 450 feet to a mere 151' for bowhunters – without the property owner's permission. New Jersey's three deer seasons (bow) total 125 days, or one-third of the year.
On February 4, 2010, the legislation was referred to the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
Even as arrows striking both humans and houses in New York are in the news, S1181 will move razor-tipped broadhead arrows (product names: "Rage," "Nightmare," "Grim Reaper," "After Shock," and "Wac 'Em") 299 feet closer to our homes and families. We cannot allow the New Jersey Legislature to pass this bill. Please visit What Can I do to help.