SB 5130 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

      Provides that the department shall consist of two programs:  (1) The habitat and research program; and (2) the fishing and hunting program.

      Designates the employees to be assigned to each program.

      Designates the funding sources for each program.

      Requires a minimum of six public hearings annually to inform the public about the needs of the department.

      Requires a study of the wildlife habitat and a report to the legislature by November 1, 1992.

      Directs the state energy office to conduct a pilot energy audit program.

      Directs the human rights commission to study the affirmative action policies of the department.

      Makes an appropriation of fifteen thousand dollars to carry out the purposes of the act.