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Utah House narrowly defeats Wildlife Heritage Act after extended debate
Summary
After hours of debate and several amendments, the Utah House rejected House Bill 150, the Wildlife Heritage Act, which would have created a voluntary wildlife heritage license and advisory committee to fund nonconsumptive wildlife programs.
Representative David M. Jones, sponsor of House Bill 150, told the House the measure would create a voluntary "wildlife heritage license," set up an advisory committee appointed by the Wildlife Board, and develop incentives to encourage purchases. "Basically, the bill does 3 things," Jones said, describing the license, an advisory committee and incentive options such as decals or magazine subscriptions.
Supporters argued the…
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