Bill would make it Illegal to sell Bobcat Pelts
Sponsored by Senator Don Harmon (Democrat of Oak Park, Illinois) Senate Bill 2143 (WILDLIFE CD-BOBCAT PELTS) was introduced back in May of 2015 and has been silent since. That was until February 3, 2016 where SB 2143 has been assigned to Commerce and Economic Development.
SB2143 - WILDLIFE CD-BOBCAT PELTS
Amends the Wildlife Code. Prohibits the sale of bobcat pelts of bobcats taken in Illinois. Penalty for a violation of this provision is a petty offense, as provided in the general penalty section of the Code.
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UPDATE:
The Senate Commerce and Economic Development committee met February 18, 2016 to discuss SB2143. The committee however, postponed this item.
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UPDATE:
The Senate Commerce and Economic Development committee met April 7, 2016 adopted and passed SB 2143 8 - 1 - 1 as amended. Amendment 2.
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The Senate Commerce and Economic Development committee met April 7, 2016 adopted and passed SB 2143 8 - 1 - 1 as amended. Amendment 2.
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