Posted: 05.20.2010

It wasn't just raw milk that got the axe by Gov. Jim Doyle.

He has also vetoed a bill that would have expanded Wisconsin's bear hunting regulations.
The measure would have allowed a Class B license holder to shoot and kill a bear
that had been wounded by a Class A license holder in the same party.

Under current regulations Class B license holders are allowed to assist in a
bear hunt but can't kill any. The bill also would let children under age 16 perform Class B
activities without a license and anyone to undertake Class B activities without a
license during the third weekend in August.

Doyle says wardens would have a hard time determining whether a
Class A or Class B licensees shot the bear first and the bill would
increase conflicts between hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts.
 

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