Senate panel advances SB2028 to clarify state control over hunting and fishing; committee adopts amendment The Senate Energy, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee amended and voted to advance SB2028, which clarifies that the state—through the Fish and Wildlife Commission and TWRA—maintains authority over the manner and means of taking wildlife and prevents local ordinances from conflicting with state wildlife regulation; the motion passed 7–2.

The Senate has taken a bold step to reaffirm state control over hunting and fishing regulations, ensuring local laws don’t interfere with wildlife management.

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Senate panel advances substitute to create permit process for hunting with hounds A Senate subcommittee voted to report a substitute to HB1396 after testimony from hunters, landowners, shelters and the Department of Wildlife Resources. The substitute directs DWR to craft permit rules, includes civil penalties, and sets a 2027 regulatory deadline.

A Senate subcommittee has taken a significant step toward regulating hunting with hounds in Virginia, sparking a heated debate between supporters seeking accountability and opponents fearing restrictions.

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Meeker County schedules Feb. 17 public hearing on possible rifle restrictions for deer hunting After noting a recent state law change that removed the shotgun zone, Meeker County set a Feb. 17, 2026 public hearing to consider an ordinance that would restrict legal deer-hunting firearms to shotguns only; the board decided to hold the hearing in the main meeting room (recorded) and publicize it in the county paper and website.

Meeker County is considering new restrictions on deer hunting firearms after state law changes — your voice matters at the public hearing on February 17!

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Wildlife Division implements new regulations for guides and outfitters in legislative update Wildlife Division updates renewal date and discusses federal permit requirements for guides.

Major changes are coming to Utah's wildlife regulations as oversight of guides and outfitters shifts, impacting everything from permit renewals to federal compliance.

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Puerto Rico enforces new hunting regulations following Isla Mona rescue incident Puerto Rico implements GPS and safety requirements for hunters after multiple search and rescue efforts.

Puerto Rico is tightening hunting regulations on Isla Mona after a series of harrowing rescue operations, mandating GPS devices and imposing hefty fines for safety violations.

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Oklahoma Senate passes bills enhancing hunting regulations and education funding Oklahoma Senate approves legislation for hunting guides and expanded tutoring programs.

The Oklahoma Senate just passed key legislation aimed at regulating hunting guides and boosting education funding, but not all bills made the cut—what’s next for the state?

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Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission evaluates classification of invasive bird species Senators discuss the management of invasive bird species in Montana's Bitterroot Valley.

Montana lawmakers are wrestling with the future of feral species management, weighing ecological responsibility against the interests of local hunters and residents.

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