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Washington State Unveils New Regulations to Combat CWD

4/1/2025

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Washington State is taking a bold stand against chronic wasting disease (CWD) in deer, elk, and moose with new regulations set to take effect on April 24, 2025. The rules will ban feeding and baiting, prohibit urine-based lures, and require CWD testing for harvested animals, all designed to curb the spread of this devastating disease and harmonize efforts with neighboring states.

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Washington State is taking a bold stand against chronic wasting disease (CWD) in deer, elk, and moose with new regulations set to take effect on April 24, 2025. The rules will ban feeding and baiting, prohibit urine-based lures, and require CWD testing for harvested animals, all designed to curb the spread of this devastating disease and harmonize efforts with neighboring states.