On Wednesday, February 26, the New York Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus held it’s first event of 2014, a Caucus Breakfast. The Co-Chairs of the Caucus, Senator Greg Ball and Assemblymember Aileen Gunther, we’re joined by approximately 20 of their colleagues from both chambers and both sides of the aisle to discuss legislative priorities for the 2014 …
The Oregon Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus joined allies from the state’s sportsmen’s community at the Willamette Heritage Center on Wednesday, February 26 for a celebration of bipartisan cooperation in support of the Beaver State’s hunters, anglers, recreational shooters and trappers. Sportsmen’s groups were well represented at the event and included representatives from state chapters of Ducks …
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Currently, the harvestable pounds of red snapper are allocated at 51 percent to the commercial sector and 49 percent to the recreational sector each year. These allocation percentages were established some 30 years ago using data from a survey system that has since been replaced because of gross inaccuracies. The recreational community has been calling …
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Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe has signed Sunday hunting into law, allowing Virginia to join the 40 other states that allow hunting on privately owned lands on Sundays. Sponsored by Delegate Todd Gilbert, and cosponsored by many members of the Virginia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, HB 1237 passed the Senate on February 18 (28-11) after clearing the …
With Virginia’s 2014 legislative session coming to a close, the Virginia Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus held its final Caucus Meeting on Thursday, February 27. While in session, the Virginia Caucus meets once a week to be briefed on critical sportsmen’s issues and to discuss current legislation. At this final meeting, Brent Miller, the Northeastern States Director …
On Tuesday, February 25, Evergreen State lawmakers broke away from the Capitol for an afternoon of recreational shooting and celebration of Washington’s sportsmen’s heritage at the Evergreen Sportsmen’s Club in Littlerock. Held on-and-off since the 1980s, the Shootout has grown to include more than a hundred participants who gather to learn about the sportsmen’s community’s …
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Nebraska L 671, introduced by Senator Ernie Chambers, seeks to eliminate the science-based management of mountain lions in Nebraska. Mountain lion populations have expanded considerably in recent years, requiring the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission to manage the population with a limited permit hunting opportunity. Hunting and fishing have always been the preferred method of …
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On Saturday, February 22, members of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) gathered for a reception in Washington, D.C. hosted by the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF). Nine governors were in attendance, joined by members of the sportsmen’s conservation community, gubernatorial staff, congressional staff, federal agency staff and partners of CSF for an evening of camaraderie and …
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Austin Dillon, grandson of former Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) Board Member Richard Childress, and member of CSF’s Chairman’s Club, won the Pole for this weekend’s Daytona 500 Sprint Cup race. CSF congratulates Austin and all the folks at RCR Racing for this great accomplishment. Austin will be driving the legendary #3 car this season for …
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The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) was well represented this past weekend at the National Wild Turkey Federation’s (NWTF) Annual Convention in Nashville, Tennessee. CSF staff members, members of the CSF Board of Directors, and legislators affiliated with the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucus (NASC) were in attendance to celebrate and promote the organization’s long standing …
The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) is pleased to partner with the Central Florida Shootout, held from May 2 – 4 in Port Canaveral, Florida. The Shootout includes over 1,500 participants and encourages youth to get involved with angling by providing them with over 100 rods and reels. By purchasing a raffle ticket for $50, you …
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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 …
Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus Member Introduces Bill to Help Sportsmen Gain Access to Public Land
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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