CA: Establish a constitutional right to hunt and fish
HJR 1 proposes adding a constitutional amendment to Ohio's state constitution that establishes a fundamental right for residents to hunt and fish using traditional methods. This right would be subject only to laws and rules enacted by the Ohio General Assembly for wildlife conservation, management, and preserving hunting/fishing opportunities. The amendment would require voter approval at the next general election and would not override existing trespass or property laws. If passed, it would make hunting and fishing a constitutionally protected activity and the preferred method for managing wildlife in Ohio.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action Feb 5, 2025
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Committee
1
Feb 5, 2025
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Referred to committee
lower
Feb 3, 2025
Introduced
Introduced
lower
2 primary · 24 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Nick Santucci
RRepublican
P
Ron Ferguson
RRepublican
Co
Angie King
RRepublican
Co
Bernie Willis
RRepublican
Co
Beth Lear
RRepublican
Co
Brian Lorenz
RRepublican
Co
Brian Stewart
RRepublican
Co
DJ
Don Jones
RRepublican
Co
Heidi Workman
RRepublican
Co
Jennifer Gross
RRepublican
Co
Josh Williams
RRepublican
Co
Kellie Deeter
RRepublican
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