URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES TO ADOPT A GAME MANAGEMENT PLAN THAT INCORPORATES ETHICAL MEANS OF GAME POPULATION CONTROL INTO SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kurt Fevella

SR 213 urges the Department of Natural Resources to adopt a game management plan that prioritizes ethical population control and sustainability in wildlife management.

Referred to WTL.

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Bill Overview

Bill Number: SR 213
Title: Urging the Department of Natural Resources to Adopt a Game Management Plan that Incorporates Ethical Means of Game Population Control into Sustainability Strategies
Status: Referred to WTL (Water, Land, and Hawaiian Affairs)
Introduced: March 07, 2025
Classification: Resolution
Subject: Department of Land and Natural Resources, Ethical Wild Animal Control, Game Management

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of SR 213 is to encourage the Department of Natural Resources to develop and implement a comprehensive game management plan. This plan aims to integrate ethical methods of controlling wild animal populations as part of broader sustainability strategies. The resolution reflects a growing recognition of the need for humane and environmentally responsible approaches to wildlife management.

Key Provisions

Adoption of a Game Management Plan: The resolution calls for the Department of Natural Resources to create a game management plan that prioritizes ethical population control methods.

Incorporation of Sustainability Strategies: The plan should align with sustainability goals, ensuring that wildlife management practices do not compromise ecological balance or animal welfare.

Focus on Ethical Practices: The resolution emphasizes the importance of using humane techniques in managing game populations, which may include non-lethal methods and responsible hunting practices.

Impact

Wildlife Management: The resolution is expected to influence how wildlife populations are managed in the region, promoting practices that are both ethical and sustainable.

Stakeholders Affected: The bill will impact various stakeholders, including:

The Department of Natural Resources, which will be tasked with developing the plan.
Wildlife conservation organizations advocating for ethical treatment of animals.
Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who may need to adapt to new management practices.
The general public, who may benefit from improved wildlife conservation efforts.

Procedural Aspects

Legislative Actions:

March 7, 2025: The resolution was offered.
March 12, 2025: The resolution was referred to the WTL committee for further consideration.

Related Bills: SR 213 has a companion resolution, SCR 237, which may address similar issues or provide additional context for the proposed game management plan.

Conclusion

SR 213 represents a significant step towards integrating ethical considerations into wildlife management practices. By urging the Department of Natural Resources to adopt a game management plan that emphasizes humane population control methods, the resolution seeks to promote sustainability and protect the ecological integrity of the region.

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