https://wgme.com/news/local/maine-lawmakers-set-sights-on-sunday-hunting

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byWGMEThursday, April 22nd 2021AAhttps://imasdk.googleapis.com/js/core/bridge3.453.0_en.html#goog_1919760918Volume 90%FILE – Deer in forest in Maine (WGME)

AUGUSTA (WGME) — Hunting could soon be allowed seven days a week in Maine if a group of lawmakers gets their way.

Members of the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Committee met virtually to discuss legislation that would allow hunting on Sundays.

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Proponents of the bill say the added day will have a positive impact on the state’s economy.

While critics say Sunday is a day landowners can get outside without concerns about hunters.

“Many local businesses such as restaurants, gas stations, convenience stores, hunting supply establishments just to name a few would become more prosperous as a result,” said Rep. David McCrea, (D) – Fort Fairfield.

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“We have been contacted by landowners where they have expressed concerns where they are not made the…