United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

HR 542 — To limit restrictions on deer hunting within the Kisatchie National Forest.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy, and Forestry.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) from restricting the use of dogs in deer hunting activities within the Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana unless those restrictions are applicable to the smallest practicable parts and are necessary for the reduction or control of trespassing onto adjacent land.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy, and Forestry.

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 542 do?
Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture (USDA) from restricting the use of dogs in deer hunting activities within the Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana unless those restrictions are applicable to the smallest practicable parts and are necessary for the reduction or control of trespassing onto adjacent land.
Who sponsors HR 542?
HR 542 is sponsored by John Fleming (R).
What is the current status of HR 542?
This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 542?
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