No bear hunt for Connecticut as lawmakers opt for study

The plan would have allowed Gov. Ned Lamont to authorize a hunt.

News 12 Staff

Jun 5, 2025, 12:33 PM

Updated 19 days ago

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Connecticut will not move forward with a bear hunting season after lawmakers dropped a proposal last night.
The plan would have allowed Gov. Ned Lamont to authorize a hunt.
Instead, the state will study the idea amid rising bear encounters with people and pets.