On February 10, two bipartisan pieces of legislation that sustain key forestry programs in the face of rising wildfire costs earned support from a diverse coalition including members of the sportsmen’s conservation community. The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) and approximately 160 groups making up the Partner Caucus on Fire Suppression Funding Solutions, sent a letter …
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The bipartisan Open Book on Equal Access to Justice Act (H.R. 2919) passed the House of Representatives Judiciary Committee on February 5. This bill would benefit sportsmen and women by eliminating needless litigation that impedes the work of federal natural resources agencies. Introduced in August 2013 by Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) member Rep. Cynthia Lummis, …
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Last week, the Mississippi Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted its 8th Annual Dinner in Jackson, Mississippi. The annual event brings together sportsmen-legislators, Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) staff members and various stakeholders in the Mississippi conservation community for a fish fry and a night of camaraderie in the state’s capital. CSF Southeastern States …
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HB 1237, sponsored by Delegate Todd Gilbert and cosponsored by many members of the Virginia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, passed the Senate yesterday (28-11) after clearing the House of Delegates (71-27) on January 28. The pro-sportsmen’s legislation now heads to Governor Terry McAuliffe for his signature. HB 1237 would open up Sunday hunting on private lands …
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Blue ribbon commission recommends enhanced fisheries management while upholdingsaltwater recreational fishing’s economic, social and conservation benefits MIAMI – A landmark report produced by the Commission on Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Management presents a new paradigm for conserving marine fishing resources while producing the full range of saltwater recreational fishing’s economic, social and conservation benefits. Introduced today at …
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February 12, 2014 (Washington, DC) – A week after members of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) worked to advance three important pieces of pro-sportsmen’s legislation through Congress, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) held its annual “Welcome Back to Congress” reception for members of the CSC on Tuesday night. The reception, which included 27 bipartisan members …
On January 30, Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) member, Representative Steve Daines introduced the Making Public Lands Public Access Act (H.R. 3962). This bill opens access for hunting and angling and outdoor recreation on existing public lands. H.R. 3962 would require the Secretaries of Agriculture and Interior to utilize 1.5% or a minimum of $10 million …
Held at the beginning of every year, the Welcome Back to Congress reception on Capitol Hill brings together members of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus and leaders of the sportsmen’s community for a night of camaraderie and discussion about upcoming legislation affecting sportsmen and women. This year’s event is scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2014. For …
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On Saturday, February 22, the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) will be hosting a reception concurrent with the National Governors Association’s Winter Meeting in Washington, DC. The reception is an opportunity for members of the GSC, their staff and the sportsmen’s community to come together and discuss policies affecting sportsmen and women across the country. For …
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On January 28, the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife presented its report on the use of soft plastic lures to the Joint Standing Committee on Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. The report was in response to HP 37 (LD 42), which was before the Maine legislature during the 2013 session. Initially the bill would …
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The Missouri Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted its 5th Annual Sportsmen’s Caucus Squirrel Gravy Kick-off Breakfast last week at the Capitol in Jefferson City, Missouri. Chris Horton, Midwestern States Director for the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF), was in attendance and had an opportunity to address the gathering. “It’s a great event that sees good legislator turnout …
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North Carolina recently joined a number of states where animal rights groups are challenging state wildlife-management authority. The on-going issue between the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) and animal rights groups centers on the issues involving the reintroduction and recovery program of red wolves in the state. Three animal rights groups filed a federal …
On Tuesday, February 4, HB 1290 was heard in New Hampshire’s House Fish and Game and Marine Resources Committee. Sponsored by New Hampshire Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus member and Chairman of the Committee, Representative Benjamin Lefebvre, HB 1290 would create a new license for full time non-resident college students attending an accredited university in the state. …
New Hampshire: College Student Hunting and Angling License Bill Heard in Committee Read More »
SB 154, sponsored by Senator Phillip Puckett, and cosponsored by 16 other senators, including members of the Virginia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, is awaiting a vote on the Senate floor after being reported out of the Senate Agriculture Conservation and Natural Resources Committee on January 30 by a vote of 9-4. SB 154 would open up …
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February 5, 2014 (Washington, DC) – After one of the most significant votes on behalf of sportsmen and women, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) applauds the United States House of Representatives on the passage of the Sportsmen’s Heritage and Recreational Enhancement (SHARE) Act (H.R. 3590), with a vote of 268-154. The SHARE Act has been …
Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus Sportsmen’s Package Passes House of Representatives Read More »
February 4, 2014 (Washington, DC) – Today, in a significant advancement for sportsmen and women across the country, members of the Senate Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) introduced the Bipartisan Sportsmen’s Act of 2014. Introduced by CSC Senate Co-Chair, Senator Kay Hagan and CSC member Senator Lisa Murkowski, this bipartisan legislative package includes 12 bills that …
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February 04, 2014 (Washington, DC) – After three long years of debate, the United States Senate passed the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act, also known as the 2014 Farm Bill. This bipartisan legislation enhances and strengthens vital polices important to sportsmen and women across the United States and has been a long time …
Sportsmen’s Priorities Included in 2014 Farm Bill Read More »
On Tuesday, January 21, CSF Western States Manager Andy Treharne joined state fish and wildlife agency experts, outdoor industry leaders and members of the sportsmen’s community in Denver, Colorado to discuss the future of hunter and recreational shooter recruitment and retention during a gathering of the Council to Advance the Hunting and Shooting Sports. As …
CSF Works with Sportsmen’s Community to Develop Strategies for Recruitment and Retention Read More »
On Thursday, January 16, sportsmen and women from the Peach State gathered at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta for the 12th Annual “Georgia Sportsmen’s and Coastal Day at the Capitol.” Various sportsmen conservation organizations set up display booths and distributed pertinent information about their group and their contribution to the Georgia economy. Also in …
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The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) is proud to announce that Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan have joined the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC). Governors Snyder and Hassan join 24 other governors in the unified, bipartisan effort to protect and advance hunting, recreational angling and shooting and trapping. The 26 governors in …
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan join the GSC Read More »
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