Aug 5, 2020

SCI News for August 5

By Safari Club International • Issue #44 • View online

SCI in Attendance as President Trump Signs Great American Outdoors Act into Law

Today, Safari Club International was represented at the White House as President Donald Trump signed the Great American Outdoor Act (GAOA) into law, making history and ensuring a bright future for wildlife conservation and outdoor recreation in our country. SCI CEO W. Laird Hamberlin received an invitation to attend the signing ceremony in recognition of the thousands of SCI members who contacted their elected officials regarding this issue.

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This Week

Wolf Wars Move To The Ballot Box

Come November, Colorado residents will head to the polls to decide if Canadian gray wolves should be introduced to the state’s Western Slope. Initiative 107 made it to the ballot thanks largely to groups outside the state of Colorado.

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California State Assembly Votes Again to Harm African Communities & Wildlife

Elected officials of California State Assembly’s Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee approved SB 1175, a bill that would ban the possession and importation of thirteen species of African game animals. In doing so, the committee willfully ignores the overwhelming scientific evidence that confirms that legal, regulated hunting is an irreplaceable component of any effective African wildlife conservation plan.

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Share The Impact Outfitter Benefit Now Live

An array of unique experiences and items are available for bidding as a part of Safari Club International’s “Share the Impact” online charity event, which runs from Aug. 1-22. SCI launched “Share the Impact” to help support guides and outfitters negatively affected by the COVID-19 crisis.

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