MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Republican lawmakers have introduced legislation to create a population goal for wolves in Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin State Journal reports that the bill from Grand View Representative Chanz Green and New Richmond Senator Rob Stafsholt would require the Department of Natural Resources to include a specific population goal for wolves in the state’s wolf management plan.
A wolf limit has been backed by hunters who contend Wisconsin’s growing population justifies a hunting season, while animal advocate groups argue the population isn’t big enough to hunt.
A similar bill requiring a statewide limit on gray wolves was passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature in 2023, but vetoed by Democratic Governor Tony Evers.