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HB1470Introduced in the House

WILDLIFE RIFLE-DEER HUNTING

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Introduced by Travis Weaver, District 93

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Wildlife Code. Repeals the definition of "single shot". Provides that the term "wildlife rifle" means a rifle that can hold up to 3 rounds in the magazine and chamber combined. Replaces references to single shot rifles with references to wildlife rifles. Provides that it is unlawful to possess or to be in close proximity to a rifle that is not a centerfire wildlife rifle while deer hunting. Deletes language providing that it is unlawful while deer hunting to possess or be in close proximity to a rifle that is not centerfire or to be in possession of or in close proximity to a magazine that is capable of making a rifle not a single shot.

Where it stands

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin

February 25, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Travis Weaver

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin

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