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House votes to phase out lead ammunition after hours of debate on enforcement and burden to hunters
Summary
Lawmakers approved a phased ban on lead ammunition (House Bill 10‑67) after extended debate; supporters cited wildlife and child‑health benefits and referenced other states' experience, while opponents warned about enforcement practicality and impacts on rural hunters; vote 91–42.
After extended debate on March 11, the House approved a bill to phase out lead‑based ammunition for hunting and other uses. Supporters, including the vice chair of the natural resources subcommittee, framed the bill as a public‑health and environmental protection measure and pointed to federal and state precedents; opponents raised enforcement concerns, fines…
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