TSV Roundup Week of June 10th, 2024

Title: TSV Roundup Week of June 10th, 2024 Narrative: In this week’s episode of the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup, our host Fred Bird covers all the news fit to print related to conservation and legislation in the sporting community. The main themes include a CSF priority conservation funding protection, the expansion of hunter harassment prohibition, the authorization of dogs to retrieve wounded deer in Louisiana, the failure of a sin tax bill in Connecticut, the need for better angler data collection in the Gulf States, the failure of a bill to ban hunting contests in Illinois, and a feel-good story about the California Sportsmen's Caucus trap shoot. Takeaways CSF priority conservation funding protection in Louisiana is a significant win for hunters and anglers, as it ensures reimbursement for lost revenue from free and discounted licenses. Reimbursement to Fish and Wildlife Agencies for Free and Discounted Licenses – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Expanding the prohibition against hunter harassment in Louisiana provides additional protection for hunters, anglers, and trappers on state-managed lands and waters. The authorization of dogs to retrieve wounded deer in Louisiana allows hunters to recover mortally wounded deer and prevent spoilage. Use of Tracking Dogs to Recover Game – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation The failure of a sin tax bill in Connecticut is a victory for law-abiding citizens who would have been burdened with additional taxes on firearms and ammunition. Improving angler data collection in the Gulf States is crucial for accurate estimates of angler effort and harvest, which can impact fishing seasons and eco-tourism. The failure of a bill to ban hunting contests in Illinois means that such contests can continue, but it may be a topic worth addressing proactively in the future. Predator Hunting/Tournament Bans – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation The California Sportsmen's Caucus trap shoot is a positive event that brings together sportsmen and legislators to celebrate hunting and shooting traditions. Get the FREE Sportsmen’s Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices