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14-03-2025
- Politics
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Wortz proposes free doe hunting licenses in effort to tackle Michigan's excessive deer population
Rep. Jennifer Wortz (R-Quincy) submits House Bill 4206 for introduction at the Michigan State Capitol on Thursday, March 6, 2025. HB 4206, formally introduced the following Tuesday, would offer two free doe tags to every Michigan hunter. | Photo Courtesy of Michigan House Republicans In hopes of encouraging hunters to pursue more does, State Rep. Jennifer Wortz (R-Quincy) has offered a proposal that would provide every person who purchases a hunting license two free antlerless deer licenses. Over the past 40 years deer populations in southern Michigan have exploded, damaging crops and leading to an increase in car accidents, with more than 58,000 deer-vehicle crashes in 2023. In response the Department of Natural Resources has urged hunters to shoot does in order to limit breeding. The DNR also offered an extended late antlerless deer season from Jan. 2-12, discounting antlerless deer licenses — which allow hunters to kill one doe —from $20 to $5 for the season and allowing hunters to use their unused tags. Hunters can purchase up to 10 antlerless deer licenses annually. 'Too many deer are eating crops in our fields and hitting cars on our roads — endangering lives, damaging vehicles, and reducing our food supply,' Wortz said in a statement. 'State officials are trying to promote doe hunting to put a stop to overpopulation, but not enough hunters are bucking trends and taking down doe. My plan will encourage this necessary population control with a very simple incentive: two free doe tags for every hunter. Making doe hunting more affordable will ease the way for Michiganders to immerse themselves in the great outdoors, bring home some venison and participate in critical conservation efforts.' Wortz's House Bill 4206 has been referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources and Tourism. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Politics
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State Rep. Wortz responds to Gov. Whitmer's State of the State address
State Rep. Jennifer Wortz criticized Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's recent State of the State address, claiming the governor's conservative stance is insincere, according to a community announcement. 'Masquerading as a partial conservative in one speech won't undo the six years of damage the governor has inflicted on our state,' Wortz said in the announcement. Wortz, R-Quincy, expressed skepticism about Whitmer's recent conservative rhetoric, suggesting it might be an attempt to align with former President Donald Trump. 'I hope her shifting political outlook is genuine, but she needs to follow through with real action to help Republicans bring our state back from the brink,' Wortz said. Wortz criticized Whitmer's proposal to limit phone use in schools, calling it a minor step in addressing the state's educational challenges. 'Our education system is in the bottom 10 in the nation, and we need a real, comprehensive solution to fix the academic crisis she caused with her COVID lockdowns,' Wortz said. Wortz also emphasized the need to restore school safety funding, which she claims Whitmer cut from the budget last year. Wortz accused Whitmer of neglecting the needs of young men and boys during her tenure. 'This right turn from the governor appears good, but it's not enough,' Wortz said. Wortz urged Whitmer to collaborate with Republicans on conservative initiatives to address Michigan's economic, educational and infrastructure issues without imposing new taxes. Local lawmaker introduces resolution to celebrate Frederick Douglass Day 'If she's willing to work with Republicans to take positive, conservative action — not just sound nice — then people will 'think Michigan' when they think of successful states,' Wortz said. This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at This article originally appeared on Hillsdale Daily News: State Rep. Jennifer Wortz criticizes Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
