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IL SB3063
Bill
Status
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Linda Holmes
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AI Summary
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Prohibits organizing, sponsoring, promoting, conducting, or participating in contests, competitions, tournaments, or derbies that award cash, prizes, or other inducements for killing fur-bearing mammals in Illinois.
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Exempts field trials permitted by the Department, wildlife damage control activities conducted under Department permits, and lawful hunting or trapping activities, provided these do not occur during a competitive event.
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Violations constitute a Class A misdemeanor with fines ranging from $500 to $5,000 in addition to other statutory penalties.
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Amends the Illinois Wildlife Code (520 ILCS 5) by adding Section 2.40 and modifying Section 3.5 regarding penalties.
Legislative Description
WILDLIFE CD-KILLING CONTESTS
Last Action
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. David Koehler
3/5/2026