Michigan Promotes Trapping, Hunting and Fishing
Legislation was unanimously passed earlier this week by the Michigan Senate to help protect
trapping, hunting and fishing.
“The livelihoods of hunting and fishing face risk today unless we can encourage more Michigan residents to appreciate and support these outdoor activities,” said Sen. Randy Richardville, R-Monroe. “This legislation will help promote the importance of these recreational activities and will provide protection by the Department of Natural Resources and state Legislature.”
Senate Bill 441 states that it is the mission of the Department of Natural Resources, Natural Resources Commission and Legislature to protect and promote the rights of hunting, fishing and trapping for Michigan residents and tourists. This mission statement will be inserted throughout key portions of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act.
Michigan is third in the nation for licensed hunters and eighth in the nation in licensed anglers. These groups provide $1.3 billion and $2 billion annually to the state’s economy.