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IN SJR0009

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

3/3/2014

Primary Sponsor

Brent Steele

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes adding Section 39 to Article 1 of the Indiana Constitution to recognize the right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife as a valued part of Indiana's heritage.

  • Establishes that hunting, fishing, and harvesting wildlife shall be forever preserved for the public good and may be conducted using traditional methods.

  • Grants the people the right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife subject only to laws and rules prescribed by the General Assembly for wildlife conservation, management, and preservation of hunting and fishing.

  • Designates hunting and fishing as preferred means of managing and controlling wildlife.

  • Clarifies the amendment does not limit application of existing laws relating to trespass or property rights.

Legislative Description

Right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife.

Last Action

Signed by the President of the Senate

3/18/2014

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/10/2014
Agriculture and Natural Resources1/9/2014

Full Bill Text

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