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Do You Want a More Liberal Gun Policy in Our National Parks?
June 30, 2008
The U.S. Department of Interior is considering a proposed rule change that would have the parks adopt the gun laws of the state in which they are located, making it easier to carry a loaded, concealed weapon into these peaceful sanctuaries. Is the Bush administration catering to one of its most powerful constituencies, the NRA? Public comment is due by June 30, 2008.

U.S. Senate Bill 2834 Needs More to Protect Utah's Wildlands
May 15, 2008
Right now the U.S. Senate is considering legislation (Senate Bill 2834) that would protect Utah's redrock canyonlands, but there are major flaws that should be corrected before a vote is taken. Off-road vehicles should not damage Zion National Park and the habitat of desert tortoises in the Mojave Desert should be protected. Study the issues and speak out!

Show Support for the Protect America's Wildlife (PAW) Act
Representative George Miller has introduced legislation to close a federal loophole to end Alaska's aerial hunting program and prevent it from spreading into other areas.

Wrap-Up of the 2008 Indiana Legislative Session
Here is a summary of key bills in the 2008 legislative session. If you have questions or would like more details on a particular issue, please contact the Hoosier Chapter office (317) 822-3750.

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Be part of the solution. Here are easy ways for you to express your views on important legislation about conservation and the environment.

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