SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 5543

BYSenators Owen, Kreidler and Rasmussen

Prohibiting the use of certain types of animal traps in certain lowland areas.

Senate Committee on Natural Resources

Senate Hearing Date(s):March 3, 1987

Senate Staff:Dave Seabrook (786-7756)

AS OF FEBRUARY 26, 1987

BACKGROUND:

Trapping within densely populated suburban areas has frequently caused household pets to become ensnared in life threatening traps.  There is a concern that continued trapping within densely populated areas will result in household pets and possibly children being placed in danger of bodily harm.

SUMMARY:

Snare, leghold and coni-bear traps are prohibited below 500 feet elevation in King, Pierce and Thurston counties.  Only live traps are permitted in these areas.

Fiscal Note:      requested