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6 days ago
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Bill aimed at helping Illinois farmers control deer populations heads to Pritzker's desk
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Legislation aimed at making it easier for residents to obtain a hunting permit — and to help control the deer population — has passed both the Illinois Senate and House, and is headed towards the governor's desk. Under Senate Bill 710, IDNR would implement new rules for the Deer Removal Permit. Landowners would be allowed to let other individuals 'destroy' deer responsible for damage under a permit given to the landowner. Legislature bumps right up against midnight deadline as they pass $55 billion budget And, landowner deer and turkey permits could be given for free to an Illinois resident that owns at least 40 acres of Illinois land and that wishes to hunt on their own land. Tenant deer and turkey permits could be given for free to Illinois residents that are living on at least 40 acres of commercial agricultural land, wishing to hunt on land they live on. The legislation would also allow for permits to automatically be issued, specifically for those who have effectively reduced the deer population, and other certain conditions. You can read more about those conditions here. Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan said this legislation will help farmers and address costly damage from deer. Prosecutors recommend 12.5 years in prison for ex-Illinois Speaker Michael Madigan 'Illinois farmers know all too well the costly damage nuisance deer can cause to crops and farmland,' Duncan said. 'This legislation will provide farmers with effective tools to help manage deer populations and protect farmland across the state. We thank Sen. Patrick Joyce and Rep. Marcus Evans for championing legislation that provides these practical tools, as well as the Illinois Department of Natural Resources [IDNR] for their efforts.' If Governor JB Pritzker signs Senate Bill 710 into law, it would be effective Jan. 1, 2026. You can read more about the legislation here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Politics
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Illinois deer population control bill passes Senate
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Illinois Senate unanimously passed a bill intended to control deer population by making it easier for residents to obtain hunting permits. Senate Bill 710 loosens regulations under the Illinois Wildlife Code to make it easier for landowners and tenants to obtain deer hunting permits. The bill also allows for the automatic issuance of additional antlerless-only permits for those who show 'effective reduction efforts' and enables owners and resident tenants of at least 40 acres of commercial farmland to receive permits for use on that land. Senator Chapin Rose says this address a matter of not just an economic hit on farmers and the price of goods at the grocery store, but a matter of public safety. 'Vehicular collisions with deer are extremely dangerous and, even if you are lucky enough to escape unscathed, chances are your car won't be as lucky,' said Senator Rose. 'Virtually everyone I know has had a near miss with a deer at some point, and many have had an actual impact. You can't put a price tag on human life or injury, but all of us in Illinois are paying higher health insurance, particularly car insurance, because of the out-of-control deer herd in our state.' Senate Bill 710 now heads to the House of Representatives for further consideration. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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01-04-2025
- Politics
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Missouri bill could pave way for Royals stadium in Clay County
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Missouri senators introduced a bill that could pave the way for a Royals baseball stadium in Clay County. Lawmakers said the bill is an attempt to make sure the team stays in Missouri. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV The bill was introduced during a hearing on Monday. Senate Bill 710 would give Clay County the authority to establish a county sports complex authority. It would follow the same model as the Sports Authority in Jackson County, which owns the Truman Sports Complex — where the Chiefs and the Royals are currently located. The sponsors of the bill said the purpose of the proposal is to provide another location for a possible new stadium for the Royals or a new training facility for the Chiefs. Officials from Clay County testified during the hearing that their top priority is to provide the solution to keep both teams in Missouri. View the latest headlines from Kansas City, Missouri, and Kansas at The Royals announced in November 2022 that they intended to leave Kauffman Stadium, allowing the Chiefs to remain, demolish Kauffman Stadium, and turn the property into an entertainment center. Missouri senators reconvene at 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
