SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 6176

BYSenators Amondson and Hansen

Increasing the limit for claims for damage caused by deer or elk.

Senate Committee on Environment & Natural Resources

Senate Hearing Date(s):January 19, 1990

Senate Staff:Ross Antipa (786-7413)

AS OF JANUARY 10, 1990

BACKGROUND:

The Wildlife Commission may pay claims for damages caused by deer and elk up to a ceiling level of $2,000.  This level has not been changed since 1986 when it was increased from $1,000 to $2,000.

SUMMARY:

The Wildlife Commission may pay wildlife damage claims up to a maximum of $10,000.

Appropriation:    none

Revenue:    none

Fiscal Note:      none requested