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History
- Substituted by A8302A
- Advanced to third reading
- Amended (t) 5500a
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.442
- Referred to environmental conservation
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Extends the provisions of rifle hunting in Madison county
Signed by Governor · Sponsor William Magee
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Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 412 of the laws of 2008 amending the environmental conservation law relating to allowing the use of rifles for hunting deer in the county of Madison, in relation to the effectiveness of such provisions
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill would make permanent provisions for use of rifles for deer hunting in Madison County.
Justification
In 2008, the Assembly and Senate passed legislation (chapter 412 of the Laws of 2008) that provided for the use of rifles for deer hunting at the request of the Conservation Clubs of Madison County. This included a sunset of August 1, 2009. This bill would make the provisions permanent the ability of hunters to utilize a rifle for hunting in Madison County. It is important to note that the use of rifles in Madison County has been endorsed by the County Board of Supervisors.
Prior legislative history
New bill, however, it makes permanent the provisions of chapter 412 of the laws of 2008.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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