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Pennsylvania Bill Beefs Up Hunter Harassment Laws

A Pennsylvania bill would increase penalties for animal extremists convicted of harassing sportsmen in the field.

Pennsylvania HB 213, introduced by Rep. Robert Godshall, R-Hatfield, would strengthen the state’s hunter harassment law by making the intimidation, coercion, or obstruction of an individual lawfully participating in a hunting activity an act of eco-terrorism. As a result, the penalties for such actions could be more severe.

Missouri Bill Helps Protect State's Whitetails

Legislation before the Missouri senate will increase penalties against poachers who abuse the state’s wildlife resources.

Senate Bill 665, introduced by Sen. Kevin Engler, R-Farmington, would fine poachers of whitetail bucks and make them pay restitution to private property owners for damages.

Mississippi Bill To Protect Hunting Land Approved By House

A Mississippi senate bill that will ensure that hunting is protected on state land has been approved in the House of Representatives.

California Animal Cruelty Bill Poses Serious Threat To Hunters And Dog Owners

A recently introduced California bill could make sportsmen who hunt with dogs and pet owners whose dogs have run-ins with common backyard wildlife vulnerable to prosecution. The bill is among the latest in an influx of poorly-worded animal cruelty bills that threaten hunting in states from coast to coast.

Nebraska, Kansas Closer To Concealed Carry

A Nebraska concealed carry bill moved one step closer to law on Friday, reports the Omaha World-Herald. In a second-round vote, lawmakers approved the bill 31-9. The bill now moves toward a final vote. Gov. Dave Heineman is expected to sign the bill. "If it gets to his desk, he will sign it," a spokesman for the governor said. In Kansas, similar legislation was approved by a House committee on Wednesday, reports the Wichita Eagle. That bill now heads for debate before the full House. Nebraska and Kansas are two of four states that ban carrying concealed handguns.

NWTF Contribution Proves Dedication To Keeping Sportsmen Afield

The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), a longtime partner in the fight to protect sportsmen’s rights, has again committed to helping defend America’s hunting heritage with a $100,000 contribution to the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance (USSA).

Maryland Considers Opening Additional Sunday Hunting Opportunities

Maryland may soon allow sportsmen to hunt in two additional counties on Sunday as a means to control skyrocketing deer populations.

Maryland sportsmen should contact their state senators in support of SB 875, introduced by Sen. Rob Garagiola, D-Germantown. It will allow Sunday deer hunting during gun season on private land in Montgomery county.

Bill Gives Alaska Hunter Harassment Law More Bite

Hunter harassment has been illegal in Alaska since 1991, but recent actions by animal rights activists have led state legislators to back a bill that will strengthen the current law.

Bill To Protect Public Hunting Land Moves Forward In Sunshine State

A Florida bill to ensure the protection of hunting on state land has advanced through its house committee.

On Feb. 23, the House Water and Natural Resources Committee unanimously passed HB 265, the Hunting Heritage Protection Act. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Donald Brown, R-DeFuniak Springs, directs the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to prevent the loss of available state hunting land.

Utah Governor Signs Youth Hunting Bill

Legislation designed to remove barriers for youth hunters and improve hunter recruitment rates in Utah has been signed into law.