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Montana Lawmakers Reject Controversial Unlimited Wolf Hunting Bill

1/31/2025

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Montana lawmakers faced a heated debate over House Bill 222, which sought to allow unlimited wolf hunting until the population fell below 650. Ultimately, the bill was rejected 60-40, with bipartisan concerns about wildlife management echoing throughout the discussion. Meanwhile, the Foundation for Wildlife Management highlighted the financial benefits of reimbursing wolf hunters, underscoring the ongoing struggle for ecological balance.

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Montana lawmakers faced a heated debate over House Bill 222, which sought to allow unlimited wolf hunting until the population fell below 650. Ultimately, the bill was rejected 60-40, with bipartisan concerns about wildlife management echoing throughout the discussion. Meanwhile, the Foundation for Wildlife Management highlighted the financial benefits of reimbursing wolf hunters, underscoring the ongoing struggle for ecological balance.