On April 20, the Colorado Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted hunting and other conservation groups from across the Centennial State for Sportsmen’s Day at the Capitol in Denver. Participating organizations had the opportunity to set up tables and displays on the first floor of the Capitol, providing them with the chance to interact with legislators, visitors …
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On April 21, Members of the Delaware Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, Department of Natural Resources officials, conservation partners, and members of the law enforcement community participated in a Mid-Atlantic Shoot and Policy Forum in Henderson, Maryland. Director David Saveikis from the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife stated, “”The demonstration on Airbows and firearm suppressors was …
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On April 22, the Montana House of Representatives voted to pass Senate Bill 218 by a vote of 90-10. The bill – sponsored by Montana Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Co-Chair Senator Mark Blasdel – would allow first-time adult hunters to participate in the state’s apprentice hunting program. SB 218 now only awaits the signature of Governors …
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On April 25, House Bill 559, titled “Outdoor Heritage Enhanced,” passed the House of Representatives on a 102-17 vote. Sponsored by North Carolina Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus (Caucus) Co-Chair Representative John Bell and Caucus member Representative Chris Millis, HB 559 would expand Sunday hunting to public lands and public waters, subject to rules established by the …
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The 2017 North Dakota legislative session is coming to a close, but not before two important pro-sportsmen’s bills were recently signed into law. House Bill 1204 – Introduced and supported by members of the North Dakota Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, including Co-Chairs Representative Todd Porter and Senator Erin Oban, this bill lowers the age requirement to …
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On April 24, the Oregon House of Representatives voted unanimously to pass House Bill 3158A, which would require the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission to implement a program to encourage the reporting of wildlife law violations. The bill was subsequently referred to the desk of the Senate President and is currently awaiting its Senate committee …
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On April 24, Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus member Governor Jim Justice signed Senate Bill 345 into law. Sponsored by West Virginia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Co-Chair Senator Mark Maynard, SB 345 will legalize Sunday hunting statewide on private lands with written permission of the landowner. Prior to the passage of SB 345, Sunday hunting on private lands was regulated …
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The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) welcomes former Georgia Governor, Sonny Perdue, as the new Secretary of Agriculture. In a favorable vote of 87 to 11, Perdue will take over the Department of Agriculture and oversee the nation’s food and farm programs, to include agriculture subsidies, public land and forests, and conservation efforts, among others. Secretary …
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On April 18, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the Florida Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted a dinner outside of Tallahassee, Florida. The event provided an opportunity for FWC Commissioners and staff, executive office staff, and legislators to discuss and gather in support of important hunting, angling, and other conservation issues. Caucus Co-Chairs, …
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On April 18, the Missouri Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted a trap and skeet shoot and luncheon. Caucus members, staff from the Missouri Department of Conservation, industry partners, and members of the state’s sportsmen’s community gathered to discuss conservation issues and see who could break the most clay targets. Prior to the friendly competition, attendees discussed …
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On April 17, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, one of the newest members of the bipartisan Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC), signed HB 428 into law, which expands opportunities for crossbow hunters throughout the state. With the passage of HB 428, Granite State hunters aged 68 and older will now be able to use crossbows during …
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On April 13, the Oregon House of Representatives voted unanimously to pass House Bill 2566, which would expand the ability of first-time hunters to participate in the state’s mentored hunting program. The bill was subsequently referred to the Senate on April 17 and is awaiting committee referral. HB 2566 would expand the maximum age for youth …
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Recently, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) Board of Directors appointed Vista Outdoor Chairman and CEO Mark DeYoung as an Honorary Board Member. DeYoung joins 30 leaders of the sportsmen’s community and allied industries who are committed to CSF’s mission to work with Congress, governors, and state legislatures to protect and advance hunting, angling, recreational shooting …
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In West Virginia, two major pro-sportsmen’s bills were recently signed into law, and a House Resolution that supports the Hearing Protection Act was adopted by the House. Specifically, Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) member Governor Jim Justice has signed the following bills into law: Senate Bill 473 – This bill, sponsored by West Virginia Legislative Sportsmen’s …
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By Andy Treharne, Senior Director, Federal Land Policy/Western States, Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation In places where native fish populations have declined, proposals to remove non-native sportfish have been touted by some as an effective method to boost diminishing populations of native species, such as salmon. Proponents of this type of management argue that introduced sportfish species, …
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With the 2017 Idaho legislative session officially concluding on March 29, sportsmen and women celebrated the passage of several bills of importance to the state’s hunting and angling community. Included among these were measures to fund fish and wildlife management, combat the introduction and spread of invasive species, and manage grizzly bears. Among the notable …
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An important piece of legislation, Iowa H 574, is currently in the House Ways and Means Committee for consideration. H 574 would increase hunting and fishing license fees to provide additional support for professional fish, wildlife, and natural resource management by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This bill is sponsored by the House …
On April 6, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) hosted the “”Maryland Sportsmen’s Reception”” to celebrate the time-honored traditions of hunting and angling in the Old Line State. Over 60 guests, including more than 25 members of the General Assembly, gathered in celebration of the various social, cultural, economic, and ecological benefits hunting and angling provide …
On April 10, the Montana Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus called upon the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) for assistance in combating the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) in the state. As noted in a letter from the Caucus, the state has been working tirelessly to prevent the spread of AIS following detection of harmful mussel …
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On April 9, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) hosted a luncheon for state fish and wildlife agency directors at the Northeast Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (NEAFWA) 73rd Annual Northeast Fish & Wildlife Conference in Norfolk, Virginia. At the luncheon, CSF Senior Director of Northeastern States Brent Miller presented information on recent programmatic updates …
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