Summary Bullet Points

  • Allows crossbows to be used anywhere longbows are permitted
  • Requires archery privilege to hunt with a crossbow
  • Crossbow usage will be taught in a bow hunter safety course
  • Removes all draw weight and width restrictions
  • adds 500 feet discharge setback for Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties

Sponsor: Peter Harckham
Co-Sponsors: Leroy Comrie, Robert Jackson, Julia Salazar
Status: Active