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IL HB5353

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

8/17/2012

Primary Sponsor

Rich Brauer

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Wildlife Code Section 2.27 to extend the rabbit hunting season end date from January 31st to February 28th, keeping the October 1st start date.
  • Specifies that cottontail, jack, and swamp rabbits may only be taken with a gun or bow and arrow during the open season, with dogs permitted as hunting aids.
  • Sets maximum daily take limit of 5 rabbits and possession limit of 10 rabbits, with the Director authorized to set lower limits annually.
  • Allows modifications to these provisions through administrative rule.
  • Takes effect upon becoming law.

Legislative Description

PERMIT-RELATIVES OF LANDOWNERS

Last Action

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 97-1001

8/17/2012

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Conservation4/11/2012
Assignments3/28/2012
Agriculture & Conservation2/17/2012
Rules2/15/2012

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