Island Votes on Proposed Deer Hunting Bill

Voters on Mount Desert Island are set to have the final say on a proposed bill, LD 1438, which aims to allow deer hunting in the region. Presented by House Minority Leader Billy Bob Faulkingham, the bill is currently under consideration by the Committee on Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, following a public hearing where community reactions were notably divided.

Town Manager Durlin Lunt emphasizes the need for local legislative input, citing potential implications for public safety and land use. With the town’s annual meeting scheduled for May, any action on the bill may be a year away unless a special meeting is called. The lack of prior outreach to local officials has raised concerns about how the proposed changes might impact the island’s unique environment.

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