SB 5148 Would Add "Hunter Pink" to Current Hunter Orange Requirements

[hunter399]

Instead of a pumpkin patch, you'll have a ? patch.  Hmmm....what's something that is pink?

Just another reason why I love that color.

[bigtex]

The bill was passed out of committee after an amendment was made. The new bill essentially states that WDFW must allow hunter orange and pink and WDFW is to determine when/where/how much is needed.

The bill is now sitting in the Senate Rules Committee which will determine if the bill will go on for a full Senate vote.

[Bob33]

The bill was passed out of committee after an amendment was made. The new bill essentially states that WDFW must allow hunter orange and pink and WDFW is to determine when/where/how much is needed.

The bill is now sitting in the Senate Rules Committee which will determine if the bill will go on for a full Senate vote.

OK. Why in the world wouldn't be exactly what they already require for hunter orange?

https://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=220-414-080

(1) Except as authorized in subsection (6) of this section, it is unlawful to hunt upland birds or rabbits during any upland game bird season unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(2) It is unlawful to hunt deer or elk during all modern firearm general seasons in any manner unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(3) All modern firearm permit holders must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(4) All master hunters must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing during all deer and elk hunting seasons that allow the use of modern firearms, except as authorized by department permit.
(5) It is unlawful to hunt bear, cougar, bobcat, raccoon, fox, coyote, rabbit, forest grouse, turkey or hare during those times and in those places open to the taking of deer or elk during a modern firearm season, unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(6) Persons who are hunting upland game birds during an upland game bird season with a muzzleloading firearm, bow and arrow or falconry are not required to wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(7) Wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing means: A minimum of 400 square inches of fluorescent hunter orange exterior clothing, worn above the waist and visible from all sides.
( A violation of this section is an infraction, punishable under RCW 77.15.160.

[bigtex]

The bill was passed out of committee after an amendment was made. The new bill essentially states that WDFW must allow hunter orange and pink and WDFW is to determine when/where/how much is needed.

The bill is now sitting in the Senate Rules Committee which will determine if the bill will go on for a full Senate vote.

OK. Why in the world wouldn't be exactly what they already require for hunter orange?

https://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=220-414-080

(1) Except as authorized in subsection (6) of this section, it is unlawful to hunt upland birds or rabbits during any upland game bird season unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(2) It is unlawful to hunt deer or elk during all modern firearm general seasons in any manner unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(3) All modern firearm permit holders must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(4) All master hunters must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing during all deer and elk hunting seasons that allow the use of modern firearms, except as authorized by department permit.
(5) It is unlawful to hunt bear, cougar, bobcat, raccoon, fox, coyote, rabbit, forest grouse, turkey or hare during those times and in those places open to the taking of deer or elk during a modern firearm season, unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(6) Persons who are hunting upland game birds during an upland game bird season with a muzzleloading firearm, bow and arrow or falconry are not required to wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(7) Wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing means: A minimum of 400 square inches of fluorescent hunter orange exterior clothing, worn above the waist and visible from all sides.
( A violation of this section is an infraction, punishable under RCW 77.15.160.

Because what you posted is what the WDFW Commission has enacted as a regulation. There is no law passed by the legislature saying WDFW has to enact hunter orange/pink/rainbow colors. This bill would essentially force the WDFW Commission's hand by saying pink is allowed in addition to orange.

The Commission and WDFW could've prevented this whole thing in the first place if the commission at one of their meetings revised the current hunter orange reg and added pink as an acceptable color. But they haven't so now the lawmakers are forcing their hands.

[Bob33]

The bill was passed out of committee after an amendment was made. The new bill essentially states that WDFW must allow hunter orange and pink and WDFW is to determine when/where/how much is needed.

The bill is now sitting in the Senate Rules Committee which will determine if the bill will go on for a full Senate vote.

OK. Why in the world wouldn't be exactly what they already require for hunter orange?

https://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=220-414-080

(1) Except as authorized in subsection (6) of this section, it is unlawful to hunt upland birds or rabbits during any upland game bird season unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(2) It is unlawful to hunt deer or elk during all modern firearm general seasons in any manner unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(3) All modern firearm permit holders must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(4) All master hunters must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing during all deer and elk hunting seasons that allow the use of modern firearms, except as authorized by department permit.
(5) It is unlawful to hunt bear, cougar, bobcat, raccoon, fox, coyote, rabbit, forest grouse, turkey or hare during those times and in those places open to the taking of deer or elk during a modern firearm season, unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(6) Persons who are hunting upland game birds during an upland game bird season with a muzzleloading firearm, bow and arrow or falconry are not required to wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(7) Wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing means: A minimum of 400 square inches of fluorescent hunter orange exterior clothing, worn above the waist and visible from all sides.
( A violation of this section is an infraction, punishable under RCW 77.15.160.

Because what you posted is what the WDFW Commission has enacted as a regulation. There is no law passed by the legislature saying WDFW has to enact hunter orange/pink/rainbow colors. This bill would essentially force the WDFW Commission's hand by saying pink is allowed in addition to orange.

The Commission and WDFW could've prevented this whole thing in the first place if the commission at one of their meetings revised the current hunter orange reg and added pink as an acceptable color. But they haven't so now the lawmakers are forcing their hands.

I see. So now the WAC will be changed to read " fluorescent hunter orange OR pretty hunter pink"?

[dreadi]

 At least one senator that sponsors this bill wants the state to require everyone to receive training and pass a class before you can carry a concealed pistol. This bill making it state law to wear orange says to me that they want yet more control over people and if it were my choice, I’d just make this bill go away.

[BNAElkhntr]

Should add a hunter orange requirement for all afield during big game modern firearm, hunting or not.

No, the government shouldn't be telling random people how to dress.

[size=78%]You Both Are Right I'd Like to see a little Information Put out   Say A PSA  for all persons in the woods That  if you aren't hunting Please consider wearing Orange or Pink somewhere and leave the Brown and Black at Home  If nothing else its easier to Find you if Lost[/size]

[bigtex]

The bill was passed out of committee after an amendment was made. The new bill essentially states that WDFW must allow hunter orange and pink and WDFW is to determine when/where/how much is needed.

The bill is now sitting in the Senate Rules Committee which will determine if the bill will go on for a full Senate vote.

OK. Why in the world wouldn't be exactly what they already require for hunter orange?

https://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac/default.aspx?cite=220-414-080

(1) Except as authorized in subsection (6) of this section, it is unlawful to hunt upland birds or rabbits during any upland game bird season unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(2) It is unlawful to hunt deer or elk during all modern firearm general seasons in any manner unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(3) All modern firearm permit holders must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(4) All master hunters must wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing during all deer and elk hunting seasons that allow the use of modern firearms, except as authorized by department permit.
(5) It is unlawful to hunt bear, cougar, bobcat, raccoon, fox, coyote, rabbit, forest grouse, turkey or hare during those times and in those places open to the taking of deer or elk during a modern firearm season, unless the hunter is wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(6) Persons who are hunting upland game birds during an upland game bird season with a muzzleloading firearm, bow and arrow or falconry are not required to wear fluorescent hunter orange clothing.
(7) Wearing fluorescent hunter orange clothing means: A minimum of 400 square inches of fluorescent hunter orange exterior clothing, worn above the waist and visible from all sides.
( A violation of this section is an infraction, punishable under RCW 77.15.160.

Because what you posted is what the WDFW Commission has enacted as a regulation. There is no law passed by the legislature saying WDFW has to enact hunter orange/pink/rainbow colors. This bill would essentially force the WDFW Commission's hand by saying pink is allowed in addition to orange.

The Commission and WDFW could've prevented this whole thing in the first place if the commission at one of their meetings revised the current hunter orange reg and added pink as an acceptable color. But they haven't so now the lawmakers are forcing their hands.

I see. So now the WAC will be changed to read " fluorescent hunter orange OR pretty hunter pink"?

Yes

[bearpaw]

Sitting here in my pink camo office chair I'm ready for a rule change! 

[Skyvalhunter]

Are you wearing a tutu with it?

[Sitka_Blacktail]

Glad to see they are focusing on the real important hunting issues.  This will surely keep Washington hunters from going out of state to hunt.

[Gobble Doc]

More regulation. How about neon rainbow next to be more inclusive?


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[SuperX]

for some of us, traditional is red and black plaid!   I would like to see wearing orange and pink for muzzy season too - at this point they shoot 200y and don't have scopes... seems way more likely to have a mis-identification with a muzzy than a MF with a scope.

[konradcountry]

for some of us, traditional is red and black plaid!   I would like to see wearing orange and pink for muzzy season too - at this point they shoot 200y and don't have scopes... seems way more likely to have a mis-identification with a muzzy than a MF with a scope.

I doubt it is normally an identification problem.

If anything it is some j--ka-- just drunk and shooting at anything.

The last accident I recall involved a victim who was wearing orange. The hunter claimed he thought he was shooting at an elk.

Had no idea that elk wear safety orange.

I supposed I'd be fine with it for some crowded areas but the ranges should be left open.

[7mmfan]

More regulation. How about neon rainbow next to be more inclusive?


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How's it MORE regulation by offering alternatives? It's fairly well accepted that fluorescent pink is more visible to most than orange, so whats the problem?