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Finance committee advances feral-chicken bill despite strong public opposition and reservations
Summary
HB2561 HD2, addressing feral chickens in public spaces, was advanced by the committee after extensive public testimony both opposing and supporting the measure; members recorded reservations and at least one no vote, and the committee will note concerns in its report.
The House Committee on Finance advanced HB2561 HD2, a measure aimed at addressing feral chickens on public land, after a lengthy public record that included rescue-group opposition, cultural concerns and some municipal support.
Brian Byrne of Trooper's Chicken Rescue testified in opposition, arguing the bill emphasizes enforcement and post-capture response without measurable population-reduction benchmarks and without funding for prevention or rescue infrastructure. "Designation alone does not…
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