HB2740

WILDLIFE-DRONES ALLOWED

Introduced·2/5/25
Introduced Text

Allows the use of unmanned aerial vehicles for tracking wounded animals during hunting.

The Illinois HB2740 amends the Wildlife Code to allow the use of unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones, for tracking wounded animals during hunting. This provision is intended to assist hunters in locating and retrieving wounded animals more efficiently. The bill maintains existing restrictions on the use of other hunting methods and equipment, such as snares, nets, and certain firearms, to ensure the humane treatment of wildlife.

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Where it stands

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Rules Committee
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Committee decision

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Calendar

Mar 18, 2025

2:00 PM

Agriculture & Conservation Committee Hearing

Mar 12, 2025

2:00 PM

Agriculture & Conservation Committee Hearing

History

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 4, 2025

House

Assigned to Agriculture & Conservation Committee

Feb 6, 2025

House

First Reading