Oregon: Bill to Expand Hunting Opportunities Passes Senate Committee

On Wednesday, May 3, the Oregon Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee passed House Bill 2566 with a 4-0 vote. Introduced by state Representative Brad Witt (D-31), HB 2566 would increase the maximum age limit for youth participating in the existing hunter mentoring program from 14 to 16 years of age. Current law allows a licensed hunter, 21 years or older, to mentor youth in order to introduce them to hunting. HB 2566 will now go to the full Senate for consideration. Please contact your state Senator and urge them to SUPPORT HB 2566! …Read the Rest

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