Illinois HB3219 updates wildlife hunting regulations, including defining "wildlife rifle" and modifying hunting equipment and methods.

Illinois HB3219 amends the Wildlife Code to redefine "wildlife rifle" as a centerfire rifle holding up to 3 rounds in the magazine and chamber. It allows deer hunting with a wildlife rifle, shotgun, handgun, muzzleloading rifle, or bow and arrow. The bill prohibits using certain devices and methods, such as tree climbing tools, poisons, and silencers, while hunting. It also restricts the use of vehicles, conveyances, and unmanned aircraft for hunting, with exceptions.

Illinois HB3219 updates wildlife hunting regulations, including defining "wildlife rifle" and modifying hunting equipment and methods.

Illinois HB3219 amends the Wildlife Code to redefine "wildlife rifle" as a centerfire rifle holding up to 3 rounds in the magazine and chamber. It allows deer hunting with a wildlife rifle, shotgun, handgun, muzzleloading rifle, or bow and arrow. The bill prohibits using certain devices and methods, such as tree climbing tools, poisons, and silencers, while hunting. It also restricts the use of vehicles, conveyances, and unmanned aircraft for hunting, with exceptions.