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SB 2925

FAMILY MEMBER HUNTING PERMITS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Steve McClure

Illinois bill to allow family members to obtain hunting permits, potentially expanding permit access and affecting hunting license revenue and wildlife management.

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Bill Summary · SB 2925

Legislative bill overview

SB 2925 appears to modify Illinois hunting permit regulations to allow family members to obtain hunting permits under conditions related to an existing permit holder. The bill was recently introduced in the Illinois Senate and is currently in the early legislative stage (Assignments Committee). Specific details on the exact provisions—such as age requirements, license types, or permit transfer mechanisms—are not available in the filing information provided.

Why is this important

Hunting permits and licensing directly affect recreational hunting access, wildlife management funding (which relies on permit fees), and family participation in outdoor activities. Changes to permit eligibility can impact revenue for Illinois Department of Natural Resources and alter who can legally hunt on family land or in family groups.

Potential points of contention

  • Permit fee implications: Whether family permits reduce overall licensing revenue or create discounted pricing that affects DNR wildlife management budgets
  • Wildlife management concerns: Questions about whether expanded permit access aligns with deer/game population management goals and hunting season quotas
  • Definition ambiguity: Unclear definition of "family member" (spouse only, adult children, minors) could create enforcement or eligibility disputes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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