RE: Illinois - Crossbows
Well we have alot more problems then the crossbows being implemented. Take a look at this:
Heres the bills that are being introduced at this time.
HB1074
Amends the Fish and Aquatic Life Code and the Wildlife Code. Defines "resident" to require permanent abode in this State rather than actual residency. Requires domiciliary intent. Amends the Wildlife Code. Authorizes open deer season to be set between September 1 and February 15 (now no more than 14 days between November 1 and December 31). Provides that legal handguns need not be centerfire. Increases deer hunting fees. Authorizes DNR to set fees for processing and handling of applications and provides for the deposit and use of receipts. Amends the State Finance Act to create a special fund. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
HB1161 Amends the Wildlife Code. Provides that there shall not be a limit on the number of resident or non-resident archery deer hunting permits. Effective immediately.
SB0138 Amends the Wildlife Code. Permits deer hunters under age 18 to use crossbows during archery season (now, used only by handicapped persons).
Ok, set the open season to Sept to Feb?. If this passes this means they can have GUN season anywhere between Sept. 2st and Feb 15th.
If all this passes your going to see Illinois Deer hunting go down hill in a big hurry. They want to make money as fast as they can for the state and ALL of us NR and R will suffer. Deer pressure will take a whole new meaning...........