10:09am

Thu May 5, 2011
State Capitol

Bear Bill Passes Despite Objections

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A bill to expand the state's bear hunting season initially cleared the State HouseĀ  along party lines with most Republicans supporting the measure. Proponents say it will help wildlife officials manage the bear population, opponents say it's not necessary.

KUNC's State Capitol Reporter Bente Birkeland has more.

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