2005 SB 337 Increase Game Park Maximum Acreage

CVNM Position:

Oppose

Year:

2005

Sponsors:

Timothy Jennings

Topics:

Wildlife & Habitat Conservation

Legislative Info:

SB 337 on nmlegis.gov »

Description

Private game parks are problematic for wildlife conservation and management because they trap free-roaming wildlife, impede migration, and spread disease. Senate Bill 337 would have increased the maximum acreage of private game parks from 3,200 to 20,000 acres, promoting the privatization of wildlife, negatively impacting migratory species, and encouraging the spread of Chronic Wasting and other diseases.

Outcome

Passed Senate, but defeated in the House.