SB2756

Illinois SB2756 amends the Wildlife Code to define "wildlife rifle" and restrict deer hunting to specific firearms and seasons.

Illinois SB2756 amends the Wildlife Code to define "wildlife rifle" as a rifle that can hold up to 3 rounds in the magazine and chamber combined. The bill restricts deer hunting to specific firearms and seasons, prohibiting the use of magazines that can hold more than 3 rounds. It allows the Department of Natural Resources to establish separate harvest periods for managing or eradicating disease in deer herds. The bill also includes various prohibitions and regulations regarding hunting practices, equipment, and the use of vehicles and aircraft in hunting.