[ODFW-News] Commission approves changes for disabled hunter program

[ODFW News]

For Immediate Release Friday, Dec. 02, 2005
 
Commission approves changes for disabled hunter program
 
SALEM - The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission today approved several
changes to the state program that governs hunting by permanently
disabled Oregonians.
 
The number of hunters using the Permanent Disability Permit Program rose
dramatically - from approximately 600 hunters in 1999 to more than
17,500 hunters in 2004. The Commission last October called for a special
committee to study the program and offer recommendations.
 
The commission approved several changes today in an effort to clarify
rules pertaining to the permit process, better define portions of the
PDP qualifications and provide law enforcement with clearer rules. 
 
The changes include development of a more comprehensive application form
to be completed by the applicant's physician and a requirement to renew
the permit every two years. Additionally rules were changed to better
define "brace" and change the name of the program to "Oregon
Disabilities Hunting and Fishing Permit," which allows permit holders to
discharge firearms from an off-road vehicle. 
 
"Everyone agrees that it is important to provide opportunities for
disabled hunters," said Commission Chair Marla Rae. "The Commission and
ODFW remain committed to encouraging people with disabilities to
participate in big game hunting, fishing and other ODFW-sponsored
activities with their family and friends." 
 
The Commission is the policy making body for fish and wildlife issues in
the state. The seven-member panel meets monthly. The next regular
meeting of the Commission is Jan. 6 in Salem.
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