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New Oregon Law Requires Fish to Verbally Consent Before Being Caught

Summary by That Oregon Life
PORTLAND, OR — In a landmark decision for aquatic rights, Oregon lawmakers have passed legislation requiring anglers to obtain verbal consent from fish before attempting to catch them. House Bill 4042, known officially as the “Hooked on Consent Act,” was signed into law this week, ushering in what state officials are calling “a new era of mutual respect between humans and hydrofauna.” “This isn’t just about fishing. It’s about consent, dignity, …
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That Oregon Life broke the news in on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
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