Oppose SB 225

Montana Sportsmen Alliance PAC

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OPPOSE SB 225

Up Thursday, 2/23/17 In Senate F&G
February 11, 2017

MBA ALERT - SB 225 Lighted Nocks
Members –
Many if not all of you have probably read in today’s paper that Lighted Nocks have now been approved by the FWP Commission for use during the Archery-Only season.
Whether or not if you agree with that decision I think we can all agree that the adoption of this equipment went through a rigorous vetting process with the Commission. The Commission tentatives process affords the most thorough consideration of equipment regulations as it allows for robust vetting of proposals by the Department and Commission as well as generous public comment opportunities.
Now Senator Kary from SD 22 in Billings is proposing a bill to codify Lighted Nocks, SB 225. There is no reason to codify hunting equipment; the Legislature gave that responsibility to the FWP Commission and the Commission has taken that responsibility seriously.
SB 225 sets a dangerous precedent. It has the potential to result in the beginning of codifying all our hunting regulations. So instead of hunting regulations being set by a Commission made up of hunters and fishers like you and I where there is ample opportunity for public comment, regulations could be set by our Legislature.
I don’t think there are many if any of us that want that.
Please contact Senator Kary and politely ask that he table this bill, and also contact members of the Senate Fish and Game Committee and let them know you think this bill is unnecessary. See contact information below. Please be polite.
SB 225 Lighted Nocks is scheduled for hearing before the Senate Fish and Game Committee on Thursday, February 23rd.
Sen. F&G:
Jill Cohenour <Sen.Jill.Cohenour@mt.gov>, Mike Phillips <mikephillips@montana.net>, Tom Facey <TFacey@mt.gov>, Jeff Welborn <jeffwelborn@hotmail.com>, Edie McClafferty <edie.mcclafferty@gmail.com>, Sen.Steve.Hinebauch@mt.gov, sendavidhoward@gmail.com, "Hinkle, Jedediah" <Sen.Jedediah.Hinkle@mt.gov>, Sen.Cary.Smith@mt.gov, "Sen. Chas Vincent" <cvvincent@hotmail.com>, Sen.Jennifer.Fielder@mt.gov

MSA ALERT: OPPOSE SB236...Up today at 3PM

NEEDS DONE RIGHT NOW.  It was so difficult to get legal analysis that we are late…our apologies.

Montana Sportsmen Alliance
OPPOSE SB 236

 Montana Sportsmen Alliance represents avid resident hunters, anglers and trappers and works hard to support and maintain the heritage and tradition of these activities on the Montana landscape. We appreciate Senator Fielder’s interest in attempting to further codify that support. However, we do not treat lightly any attempt to amend the Montana Constitution without a rigorous vetting process and involvement of major stakeholders in development of such a proposal.  That has not occurred with SB 236. We believe there are a number of issues with the existing language that create potentially significant unintended consequences. We cannot see those being resolved within the short timeframe that is this legislative process.  Therefore, we stand in opposition to the bill and urge a do not pass vote from you.
We do recommend that efforts begin immediately to bring stakeholders together in a more collaborative fashion to thoughtfully construct a Constitutional Amendment that will generate widespread support from the hunting, angling, trapping and conservation community. 
Thank you.

 MSA Leadership
John Borgreen, Great Falls
Sam Milodragovich, Butte
Joe Perry, Conrad
JW Westman, Laurel
Robert Wood, Hamilton
Steve Schindler, Glasgow
Jeff Herbert, Helena


http://leg.mt.gov/css/Sessions/65th/legwebmessage.asp

Contact members of the Senate Fish Wildlife and Parks Committee and tell them to OPPOSE SB 236

Jill Cohenour <Sen.Jill.Cohenour@mt.gov>, Mike Phillips <mikephillips@montana.net>, Tom Facey <TFacey@mt.gov>, Jeff Welborn <jeffwelborn@hotmail.com>, Edie McClafferty <edie.mcclafferty@gmail.com>, Sen.Steve.Hinebauch@mt.gov, sendavidhoward@gmail.com, "Hinkle, Jedediah" <Sen.Jedediah.Hinkle@mt.gov>, Sen.Cary.Smith@mt.gov, "Sen. Chas Vincent" <cvvincent@hotmail.com>, Sen.Jennifer.Fielder@mt.gov

      Desk  444-4800

The Montana Sportsmen Alliance
Leadership
John Borgreen, Great Falls
Sam Milodragovich, Butte
Steve Schindler, Glasgow
Joe Perry, Conrad
Jeff Herbert, Helena
JW Westman, Park City
Robert Wood, Hamilton

ALERT: OPPOSE HB 437

OPPOSE HB 437 Proposing a 4 Day Youth Hunt
Members-
HB 437 proposes a 4 day youth hunt. The FWP Commission has already set regulations to allow a two day youth hunt. To our knowledge there has not been a tentative proposed during Commission meetings to extend that hunt to 4 days. Instead the sponsor is attempting to get the season through the legislative process.
Therefore it appears that HB 437 is a disguised bill with its true intent of removing the season setting authority from the FWP Commission and in its place create a legislative season setting process. The FWP Commission now has the authority to set seasons based on biological and social conditions
It also appears that this season could impact archery seasons, depending on the calendar and where the days fall. At present the archery seasons are affected depending on the calendar year and this would increase that impact from 2 days to 4 days.
The FWP commission is the proper authority when it comes to setting seasons. If the sponsor and proponents desire to increase the 2 day youth season to a 4 day youth season they should work with the FWP Commission rather than try to get specialty seasons set in statute.
This bill has a hearing scheduled before the House FWP Committee for 3pm tomorrow 2/16/17.
Contact members of the House Fish Wildlife and Parks Committee and tell them to OPPOSE HB 437

http://leg.mt.gov/css/Sessions/65th/legwebmessage.asp

    House Fish, Wildlife & Parks Committee Email Link

      Desk  444-4800

The Montana Sportsmen Alliance
Leadership
John Borgreen, Great Falls
Sam Milodragovich, Butte
Steve Schindler, Glasgow
Joe Perry, Conrad
Jeff Herbert, Helena
JW Westman, Park City
Robert Wood, Hamilton

OPPOSE HB 151

HB 151  Ballance:     Appropriation for shooting range development program   OPPOSE


The Montana Sportsmen Alliance recognizes the value of the shooting range development program.  It has helped many Montana communities develop great programs and facilities. 

We are opposing this bill because of fund diversion issues.  Rep. Ballance was not receptive to correcting this problem last session and looks the same this time.

This bill is up Tuesday 2/14/17 at 3pm in House F&G.  Please contact House F&G:  OPPOSE

House Fish, Wildlife & Parks Committee Email Link

Montana Sportsmen Alliance

OPPOSE SB 225

The Montana Sportsmen Alliance stands with MBA on the issue of codifying lighted nocks or anything else that falls under the FWP Commission authority.  Please contact Sen. Kary and politely ask him to pull this bill.  Then, please also contact Senate F&G members to OPPOSE SB 225!


February 11, 2017
MBA ALERT - SB 225 Lighted Nocks

Members –

Many if not all of you have probably read in today’s paper that Lighted Nocks have now been approved by the FWP Commission for use during the Archery-Only season.

Whether or not if you agree with that decision I think we can all agree that the adoption of this equipment went through a rigorous vetting process with the Commission.   The Commission tentatives process affords the most thorough consideration of equipment regulations as it allows for robust vetting of proposals by the Department and Commission as well as generous public comment opportunities.

Now Senator Kary from SD 22 in Billings is proposing a bill to codify Lighted Nocks, SB 225.  There is no reason to codify hunting equipment; the Legislature gave that responsibility to the FWP Commission and the Commission has taken that responsibility seriously.

SB 225 sets a dangerous precedent.  It has the potential to result in the beginning of codifying all our hunting regulations.  So instead of hunting regulations being set by a Commission made up of hunters and fishers like you and I where there is ample opportunity for public comment, regulations could be set by our Legislature.

I don’t think there are many if any of us that want that.

Please contact Senator Kary and politely ask that he table this bill, and also contact members of the Senate Fish and Game Committee and let them know you think this bill is unnecessary.  See contact information below.  Please be polite.

SB 225 Lighted Nocks is scheduled for hearing before the Senate Fish and Game Committee on Thursday, February 23rd.

Thank You
MBA Board of Directors


Contact:    Sen.Doug.Kary@mt.gov

Senate F&G:
Jill Cohenour <Sen.Jill.Cohenour@mt.gov>, Mike Phillips <mikephillips@montana.net>, Tom Facey <TFacey@mt.gov>, Jeff Welborn <jeffwelborn@hotmail.com>, Edie McClafferty <edie.mcclafferty@gmail.com>, Sen.Steve.Hinebauch@mt.gov, sendavidhoward@gmail.com, "Hinkle, Jedediah" <Sen.Jedediah.Hinkle@mt.gov>, Sen.Cary.Smith@mt.gov, "Sen. Chas Vincent" <cvvincent@hotmail.com>, Sen.Jennifer.Fielder@mt.gov


            

SB 91 Clarify what constitutes as shooting from a vehicle for hunting purposes

Montana Sportsmen Alliance opposes HB 91

SB 91 Hinkle  Clarify what constitutes as shooting from a vehicle for hunting purposes

This bill results from an outfitter getting pinched for a couple clients road hunting and shooting illegally.  While we don’t have a problem with clarification, but there remains no provision for shooting using a vehicle rest.  We are constantly chided by outfitters about shakey ethics from regular hunters.  How about some ethics from outfitters? 

We feel there MUST be separation from the vehicle….a small ask.  Handicapped hunters are already covered by their own legislation.

This bill has passed the Senate and headed for House F&G for a hearing 2/14/17 at 3PM.

House F&G Committee: 

Sharon Stewart-Peregoy <Rep.Sharon.peregoy@mt.gov>, Bridget Smith <repbsmith@gmail.com>, george kipp <Rep.George.Kipp@mt.gov>, tomjacobsonmt@gmail.com, Virginia Court <vcourtforlegislature@yahoo.com>, Zachary Brown <brownformontana@gmail.com>, Jean Price <jeanbigskybigwin@gmail.com>, Rep.Bob.Brown@mt.gov, Rep.Kelly.Flynn@mt.gov, winwithwhite@gmail.com, Rep.Matt.Regier@mt.gov, denleylogehd14 <Denleylogehd14@gmail.com>, Atomicrosie@gmail.com, Rep.Casey.Knudsen@mt.gov, Rep.Sue.Vinton@mt.gov, Twelch1213@gmail.com, Rep.Ray.Shaw@mt.gov

Phone:1-406-444-4800

HB 295 SUPPORT

MONTANA SPORTSMEN ALLIANCE
SUPPORT HB 295

This is a reminder that HB 295 will be up for executive action Monday in House Judiciary.  Please send this as a reminder.  We need to stand tall on this one!  WE want this bill out of committee!   Please support PLWA on this bill.
Joe

HB 295 is dealing with gates on public roads.

Montana is long overdue for better law governing the responsibilities of landowners who claim a right to put gates on disputed public rights of way across their land.
If the road is not public they can establish that fact with due process of law.  If the road is public they must be held accountable for showing contempt for the law if they pre-emptively gate the road with no legal process.
Please pass HB 295.
 The committee vote will come as early as tomorrow.  Please send emails to:





And call the Capital switchboard and leave a message for House Judiciary Committee:  Information Desk, 406-444-4800.

Please be polite.

Joe

All:

HB 295 has been heard in the House Judiciary Committee and we need to support this bill. It increases the fine for blocking a County Road from $10 per day to $500 per day. DO NOT DELAY, The Committee will be making a decision soon (maybe yet today) and we need to voice our support for this bill. It should open a lot of public land which is now inaccesable due to illegally locked gates. Attached is the email addresses of the committee. Just copy and paste or drag and drop.

Rep.Seth.Berglee@mt.gov, Rep.Laurie.Bishop@mt.gov, Rep.Bob.Brown@mt.gov, vcourtforlegislature@yahoo.com,   alandoane@midrivers.com, Rep.Jenny.Eck@mt.gov, Rep.Bill.Harris@mt.gov, elliehillhd94@gmail.com, Rep.Kathy.Kelker@mt.gov,  Rep.Casey.Knudsen@mt.gov,  Rep.Theresa.Manzella@mt.gov,  Rep.Nate.McConnell@mt.gov,  Rep.Shane.Morigeau@mt.gov, Rep.Dale.Mortensen@mt.gov, Rep.Zac.Perry@mt.gov,  Rep.Matt.Regier@mt.gov,   Rep.Lola.Sheldon-Galloway@mt.gov, Rep.Barry.Usher@mt.gov, Rep.Kirk.Wagoner@mt.gov,

John