Scott targets F&G in 3 bills

Rep. Heather Scott, R-Blanchard, presented her first three proposed bills today, all dealing with Fish & Game issues. The House Resources Committee agreed to introduce all three, but members had lots of questions and concerns about the proposals. One would repeal an existing law that allows conservation officers, upon their retirement, to be issued their badge, gun and handcuffs, if three of their fellow officers certify “that the retiring officer has served meritoriously for a minimum of 15 years and should therefore be so honored.” Scott said, “I believe we shouldn’t be distributing state property out to state employees, unless we do it across the board to all state employees.” She said a constituent in her district brought the issue to her attention/ Betsy Russell , Eye on Boise. More here .

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