Harrisburg, IL -- State Representative Brandon Phelps says a constant attack on gun owners in Illinois could be the death of hunting in the state. "It more or less wants to get rid of semi-automatic shot guns and anything that can fire a 50-caliber round. That's every hunting gun, and then you've got the single shotgun that can fire a 50-caliber round. Those would be banned", said Phelps.
Phelps says hunters would more than likely leave Illinois is that bill becomes law. He's also upset over a bill backed by Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel. That one seeks to create a statewide registry for handgun owners, who'd be required to pay 65 dollars to register each handgun they own. Phelps says the proposed gun bills could hinder progress on his proposal to legalize conceal carry. full story
