Indiana to Vote on Suppressors

[hoosierdaddy]

Tomorrow, the Indiana House of Representatives is likely to vote on HB 1563, sponsored by state Representative Sean Eberhart (R-57), includes important pro-hunting reform language that is fully supported by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. If passed and enacted into law, HB 1563 would allow hunters in Indiana to use lawfully-possessed suppressors (also referred to as silencers) on firearms while hunting.

I hope this goes through , sure would make night hunting a less of a hassle around these parts

[alhersch]

SWEEEEET!!!! I hope it passes! My wife probably won't like it because i'll have to buy another toy!!!

Al

[demetri80]

lol yeah al my old lady loves me getting new toys means she gets to play with it

[jondear]

What was the outcome on the vote?

[hoosierdaddy]

Today March 18 2013 , the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee unanimously passed House Bill 1563, legislation that would repeal Indiana’s current prohibition on the use of a suppressor while hunting. In addition to this pro-hunting provision, an amendment was introduced in committee by state Senator Jim Tomes (R-49) that would strengthen Indiana’s shooting range protection law. HB 1563, sponsored by state Representative Sean Eberhart (R-57) and state Senators Carlin Yoder (R-12) and Richard Young (D-47), now goes to the Senate floor for consideration.

Currently, more than half of the states allow hunters to use suppressors while hunting. There are numerous benefits to hunting with suppressed firearms, including:
•Increased use of suppressors will help to eliminate noise complaints that are frequently an excuse to close hunting lands throughout the country. This will protect hunting areas well into the future.
•Using a suppressor while hunting will reduce recoil and muzzle rise to help increase the accuracy of hunters. More accurate shooting in the field means fewer wounded and lost animals--a good thing for hunters and wildlife.
•While suppressors do not eliminate the sound of a firearm, they do reduce the muzzle report in a manner similar to the way that a muffler reduces exhaust noise from a vehicle. Suppressors simply help to protect against hearing loss.

Recently, Arizona, Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming adopted new rules allowing for the use of suppressors when hunting game. It’s time that hunters in Indiana are able to enjoy the same opportunities available to sportsmen in more than half of the country

[alhersch]

Got an email update today:



Indiana: NRA-Backed Pro-Hunting Reform Bill Passes Senate

Today, the Indiana Senate voted 40-9 to advance House Bill 1563. Sponsored by state Representative Sean Eberhart (R-57) and state senators Carlin Yoder (R-12) and Richard Young (D-47), HB 1563 would repeal Indiana’s current prohibition on the use of a suppressor while hunting and strengthen Indiana’s shooting range protection law. HB 1563 will now be sent to the state House for a concurrence vote that is expected this week. Please contact your state Representative and urge him or her to vote to concur on this important pro-hunting reform. Click here for help identifying your state Representative and their contact information.

Currently, more than half of the states allow hunters to use suppressors while hunting. There are numerous benefits to hunting with suppressed firearms that include eliminating noise complains, increasing the accuracy of hunters, and protecting against hearing loss. Recently, Arizona, Oklahoma, Texas and Wyoming adopted new rules allowing for the use of suppressors when hunting game. It’s time that hunters in Indiana are able to enjoy the same opportunities available to sportsmen in more than half of the country. For more information on hunting with suppressors, click here.

NRA thanks all senators who voted in favor of this critical pro-hunting reform.


Al

[moose1am]

Please let us know when the House votes to pass this legislation.

That should help with the coyote hunting. It might make it easier to get doubles!

[yotewacker]

It becomes law today July 1st. You can hunt in Indiana with suppressors.

We sure had to wait long enough.

[alhersch]

Now the long backed up wait for the Class 3 paperwork to come back... UGH

[shine]

So where does a guy find a good suppressor.

[alhersch]

Local class 3 gun shops is where iam looking. Haven't quite decided which way I am going yet. Build or buy, I'll have 6 months to make plans or make payments anyway...

Al

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