Tomorrow, May 5, the House Agriculture & Conservation Committee is scheduled to hear two sportsmen bills that will expand hunting and trapping opportunities in the Land of Lincoln.
Hearing Details and Live Stream Access
The hearing will take place at 2 p.m. in room 115 of the Capitol Building in Springfield. If you are unable to attend in person, you can watch the hearing online.
Both Senate Bill 2756 and Senate Bill 3152 have already passed the Illinois Senate with unanimous, bipartisan support.
SB 2756: Modernizing Deer Hunting Standards
This bill seeks to update the Illinois Wildlife Code regarding centerfire rifles. Currently, hunters are restricted to a single-shot capacity. SB 2756 would increase this to a three-round capacity (combined magazine and chamber).
SB 3152: Updating Trapping Regulations
This measure focuses on the technical standards for trapping within the state by replacing the term “leghold” with the industry-standard “foothold” throughout the Wildlife Code, and it increases the maximum allowable size for foothold traps used in water for beaver and otter from 7.5 inches to 8.5 inches.
The Sportsmen’s Alliance is committed to keeping you informed of the legislative landscape in Springfield. Keep an eye on your inbox as we monitor the progress of these bills through the final stages of the legislative process.
Join the Front Lines: Your Membership Matters
Our strength lies in our community. The Sportsmen’s Alliance is the only organization dedicated 24/7 to protecting your right to hunt, fish, and trap from the courtroom to the Capitol. As an Alliance member, you aren’t just hearing the news, you’re seeing exactly how we represent your interests in real-time. By staying informed through these updates, you are already one step ahead of those who wish to end our outdoor heritage.
Spread the Word
Take 30 seconds to forward this email to your family, friends, and hunting buddies. Encourage them to join our ranks so they can stay as informed and engaged as you are. There has never been a more crucial time to grow our numbers and ensure the legacy of the outdoors remains secure for the next generation.
The Sportsmen’s Alliance guarantees hunting, fishing and trapping for the American sportsman now and forever. We’re there when sportsmen need us most. We are the only organization specifically created to protect the individual hunter, angler and trapper – no matter the threat. We will never compromise when it comes to defending our way of life in the courts, in the legislatures, in the public square and at the ballot box. We make this promise to the American sportsman: we will never give up and never give in while proudly securing our future against those seeking to destroy our values, beliefs, and traditions. Stay connected to Sportsmen’s Alliance: Online, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
