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March 30, 2026

Could The Bay State Actually Remove Antiquated Sunday Hunting Restrictions?  

Why It Matters: As the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) has covered on many occasions, Massachusetts and Maine remain the only two states in the country with an outright ban on Sunday hunting. On March 19, 2026, Governor Maura Healey, flanked by agency brass and even renowned conservationist Jeff Corwin of The Corwin Experience and Animal Planet fame, announced that her administration seeks to repeal the long-standing prohibition […]

March 30, 2026

CSF Opposes Rhode Island Bills Prohibiting Forest Management for Wildlife 

Why It Matters: Active forest management is more effective than passive or “hands-off” management for increasing forest resiliency, improving wildlife habitat, and increasing access for sportsmen and women. Legislation that prohibits or limits forest management practices, such as prescribed fire, is misguided and removes important tools for managing forests for wildlife. Educating policymakers about the importance of sustainable forest management to […]

March 30, 2026

South Dakota Legislative Session Comes to a Close

Why It Matters: The South Dakota legislative session came to a close in early March. Legislators in the Mount Rushmore State introduced their fair share of legislation that would have had an impact on sportsmen and women. With the close of the session, legislators were successful in passing suppressor clarification legislation, a legislative priority for the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF).   Highlights:  The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation was active […]

March 30, 2026

Victory for Youth in California as 2022 Firearms Marketing Law Ruled Unconstitutional 

Why It Matters: After a long four-year legal battle, a federal court has overturned California’s youth firearm marketing law, marking a significant victory for youth sportsmen recruitment and Second Amendment rights. California’s sportsmen and women are a cornerstone of conservation funding through the American System of Conservation Funding (ASCF). Laws that restrict youth engagement not only infringe on constitutional rights but also threaten the future […]

March 25, 2026

Governor Shapiro Appointed as Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus

March 25, 2026 (Washington, D.C.) – The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) formally announced today that Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has been appointed to serve a two-year term as the new Democrat Co-Chair of the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) –one of three caucus programs under the CSF umbrella. Governor Shapiro joined the GSC in 2025. That same year he […]

March 23, 2026

Key Wins and Challenges for Sportsmen and Women, as Oregon and Washington Adjourn Sine Die 

Why It Matters: The 2026 legislative sessions in Oregon and Washington recently concluded, delivering a mix of victories and setbacks for sportsmen and women amid competing priorities and tight budgets in both states. The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF), Washington and Oregon Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucuses, and coalition partners helped secure protection and funding in some areas while defending against threats. Staying actively involved with lawmakers, agencies, and […]