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HB 1417

Prevention of chronic wasting disease.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Beau Baird and 1 co-sponsor

Indiana bill establishing chronic wasting disease prevention measures for deer and elk populations, referred to budget committee after initial committee approval.

Recommitted to Committee on Ways and Means pursuant to House Rule 126.3
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Bill Summary · HB 1417

Legislative bill overview

HB 1417 is an Indiana bill focused on preventing the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurodegenerative disease affecting deer and elk populations. The bill has passed initial committee review with an amendment and was subsequently referred to the Ways and Means Committee, suggesting it may contain fiscal provisions or funding mechanisms for disease prevention efforts.

Why is this important

Chronic wasting disease has spread to multiple states and poses significant threats to Indiana's wildlife populations and hunting economy, which generates hundreds of millions in revenue annually. CWD is transmissible between animals and has no cure, making prevention and containment critical to protecting both ecological stability and the state's outdoor recreation industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms – The referral to Ways and Means indicates potential costs; determining whether funding comes from general revenue, hunting licenses, or other sources may face debate
  • Regulatory scope – The bill's specific provisions on hunting restrictions, wildlife testing, or farm animal regulations could conflict with hunting communities' interests or agricultural operations
  • Interstate coordination – CWD prevention requires multistate efforts; the bill's effectiveness depends on neighboring states' cooperation and policies

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

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