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HB 4621

WILDLIFE CD-SNAP DEER PERMIT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Dave Severin

Illinois bill creates wildlife deer hunting permits linked to SNAP food assistance eligibility to potentially increase hunting access for low-income residents.

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Dave Severin
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Bill Summary · HB 4621

Legislative bill overview

HB 4621 creates a "Wildlife CD-SNAP Deer Permit" program in Illinois that appears to integrate deer hunting permits with the SNAP (food assistance) program. The bill was recently filed but has not yet undergone committee review or detailed public discussion.

Why is this important

If enacted, this bill could affect both wildlife management and food security policy in Illinois. It may create a pathway for low-income residents to obtain deer hunting licenses, potentially addressing food insecurity while influencing deer population management strategies across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Program structure and eligibility: Unclear how SNAP enrollment would determine or subsidize deer permit access, and whether this creates equity issues for non-SNAP hunters
  • Wildlife management concerns: Questions about whether linking permits to food assistance could complicate population control objectives or create demographic hunting pattern shifts
  • Implementation costs: Who funds the program administration, permit processing, and potential enforcement of new eligibility requirements

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

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