Sportsman
There is nothing I enjoy more than spending an early morning with my two sons sitting in a duck blind or on the river with a fishing pole in hand, and I have worked hard to protect the rights of hunters and anglers across the country to pass the sporting tradition on to future generations. I am a longtime member of the Congressional Sportsmens Caucus and have previously served as both the vice chair and co-chair of the caucus.
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Washington, DC—Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the bipartisan America’s Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Act to protect wildlife and their habitats, and to conserve the natural areas that are so important to Wisconsin’s sportsmen and women. When signed into law, this legislation will conserve wetlands, combat invasive species, and address Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Earlier this year, Rep.
Washington, DC —Today, National Parks Caucus co-chairs Reps. Ron Kind (D-WI) and Will Hurd (R-TX) introduced a bipartisan resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the National Park Service (NPS) Volunteers-in-Parks program. Since its creation in 1970, the Volunteers-in-Parks program has created countless opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved with our National Park System and contribute to the important work being done.
Washington, DC —Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the Great American Outdoors Act, which passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. This legislation provides permanent, full funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and establishes the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund to support deferred maintenance projects.
Washington, DC—Today, Reps. Ron Kind (D-WI) and Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) announced that the bipartisan, bicameral Chronic Wasting Disease Management Act has received unanimous support among the Wisconsin Congressional Delegation. The Chronic Wasting Disease Management Act will support state and tribal efforts to develop and implement management strategies and support research regarding the causes of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). The bill will also support methods to control the spread of the disease.
La Crosse, WI—With Wisconsin’s annual deer gun hunt kicking off over the weekend Rep. Ron Kind cosponsored the Wild Game Donation Act. This bipartisan legislation would allow hunters to take a tax deduction for the cost of processing their venison when the final product is donated. The legislation will also provide a tax benefit to processors who participate in venison donation programs by making all processing income they receive from charities tax-exempt.
La Crosse, WI—With Wisconsin’s annual deer gun hunt kicking off over the weekend Rep. Ron Kind cosponsored the Wild Game Donation Act. This bipartisan legislation would allow hunters to take a tax deduction for the cost of processing their venison when the final product is donated. The legislation will also provide a tax benefit to processors who participate in venison donation programs by making all processing income they receive from charities tax-exempt.
WASHINGTON – This week, the House of Representatives passed a number of bipartisan proposals authored by U.S. Rep. Ron Kind that will benefit Wisconsin.
“I was proud to see my amendments pass on the House floor with strong bipartisan support. These amendments will directly benefit rural communities and sportsmen in western and central Wisconsin.” said Rep. Ron Kind, “I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure these proposals are signed into law in the coming weeks.
Rep. Ron Kind’s Bill Expanding Funding for Public Target Ranges Signed Into Law
The bipartisan Target Practice and Marksmanship Training Support Act will give hunters and gun owners a safe location to teach responsible gun ownership and hunting safety
Rep. Ron Kind’s Bill Expanding Funding for Public Target Ranges Passes House, Moves to President’s Desk
Ranges give hunters and gun owners a safe location to teach responsible gun ownership and hunting safety
Rep. Ron Kind Enthusiastically Supports Lands Package to Protect Wisconsin’s Outdoors for Generations to Come
La Crosse – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a sweeping package of bills aimed at protecting and securing public lands for generations to come.