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IN SJR0007
Joint Resolution
Status
2/11/2013
Primary Sponsor
Carlin Yoder
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AI Summary
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Proposes an amendment to Article 1, Section 39 of the Indiana Constitution to establish a constitutional right to hunt, fish, harvest game, and engage in agricultural or commercial production of meat, fish, poultry, or dairy products.
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Declares hunting and fishing as a valued part of heritage to be preserved for the public good, subject to laws and rules prescribed by the General Assembly.
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Establishes hunting and fishing as the preferred means of managing and controlling wildlife.
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Clarifies that the amendment does not limit laws relating to trespass or property rights.
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Requires agreement by a second general assembly and ratification by a majority of voters to become effective.
Legislative Description
Constitutional right to hunt and fish.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
2/26/2013