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Legislation would tighten landowner preference rules for big-game licenses; supporters cite program integrity

Fish and Game Committee
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Summary

Senate Bill 235 aims to close a perceived loophole in the landowner preference process for elk licenses by preventing exploitation of designee rules; proponents representing outfitters, stock growers and hunters supported the fix and the department provided informational comment.

Senator Ken Bogner introduced Senate Bill 235, which would change aspects of the landowner preference system to reduce opportunities for abuse when a designee receives a landowner preference license or permit. Bogner said the bill would protect the integrity of a program that acknowledges landowners who provide habitat and access.

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