IL HR0367

Illinois law prohibits possession or transport of sick, injured, or orphaned animals without a Department of Natural Resources permit, and prohibits possession of endangered and threatened species.

House resolution supports a robust Department of Natural Resources public education campaign to inform the public about proper steps to take when encountering sick, injured, or orphaned animals in the wild.

Resolution urges increased public education outreach during spring months when baby animals are commonly mistaken for orphaned animals that need rescue.

Resolution supports the Department of Natural Resources entering into public-private partnerships to develop educational materials including posters, videos, programs, advertisements, and public service announcements.

Resolution endorses distribution of educational materials through schools, newsletters, websites, and television and radio stations via public-private collaboration.