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Protecting deer and hunting requires skill in the rooms where wildlife policy and legislation are formed. Uniting hunters behind wise deer policy is a primary goal, and the NDA has quickly positioned itself as a national leader on wildlife and conservation issues nationwide. You can count on us to be Here for Deer, no matter where ‘Here’ is.

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Policy & Advocacy

Urgent: Attend Tuesday’s Texas Animal Health Commission Meeting to Oppose CWD Rule Change

Aug 21, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) will be meeting this Tuesday, August 26th at 8:30AM to discuss proposed rules, including the abdication of their chronic…

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National

NDA Applauds Repeal of Pennsylvania’s Sunday Hunting Ban

Jul 16, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

The National Deer Association (NDA) applauds the recent passage of House Bill 1431 (HB1431) in Pennsylvania, which repeals the longstanding ban on Sunday hunting. This…

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Pennsylvania

UPDATE: Pennsylvania Repeals Sunday Hunting Ban

Jul 15, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

Legislative Update, July 15, 2025: Since the publication of this action alert, a House version of the bill (HB 1431) was introduced, passed by the…

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Policy Issues

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One Tag, Big Impact: Why Hunters Should Consider Donating a Deer This Season

Nov 20, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

Most hunters wrap up their season once their freezers are full and miss out on the opportunity to continue contributing to wildlife management while helping…

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National

Sunday Hunting is Fair, Logical and Long Overdue

Aug 4, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

I didn’t go on my first hunt until I was well into college. Still, it never crossed my mind that hunting might not be allowed…

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National

CWD Roundup, July 2025

Jul 9, 2025 Casey Rotenberger

CWD Roundup is the National Deer Association’s (NDA) bi-monthly update on all things chronic wasting disease (CWD). We’ll provide the latest updates on CWD spread,…

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CWD News (Chronic Wasting Disease)

National

National Deer Association Applauds USDA-APHIS Investment in Chronic Wasting Disease Research and Management

Oct 1, 2025 NDA Staff

The National Deer Association (NDA) praised the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for awarding more than $11 million to…

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National

CWD Roundup, July 2025

Jul 9, 2025 Casey Rotenberger

CWD Roundup is the National Deer Association’s (NDA) bi-monthly update on all things chronic wasting disease (CWD). We’ll provide the latest updates on CWD spread,…

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Illinois

Illinois DNR Hosting Public Forums to Discuss CWD Management

Jan 10, 2024 Torin Miller

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will host two public meetings in Lee and Bureau counties to provide information about the recent detection of…

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Wildlife is a Public Resource – Oppose Alabama HB509

Apr 8, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

A significant threat to wildlife management has been introduced into the Alabama General Assembly. House Bill 509 (HB509) would prohibit state agencies from killing, testing, and prohibiting the transfer of captive deer due to disease…

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New York Hunters: Take Action Against A1089 & A1898

Mar 21, 2025 Mason Vliet

New York hunters are facing an immediate challenge to their hunting practices with the introduction of A1089 and A1898 in the State Assembly. These bills aim to prohibit the use of lead and other “toxic”…

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Support GA HB 451 – A Step Toward Outdoor Education and Hunting Safety

Mar 18, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

The National Deer Association (NDA) is proud to support Georgia House Bill 451 (HB 451), a critical piece of legislation to enhance outdoor education and ensure hunting safety for the next generation of hunters. If…

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Support HB 7231 and Help Improve Deer Management in Connecticut

Mar 17, 2025 Mason Vliet

The National Deer Association (NDA) urges Connecticut deer hunters to support for House Bill 7231 (HB 7231), an important bill that could have a significant impact on deer management. This bill would repeal the outdated…

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National Deer Association Supports South Carolina’s Hunting Heritage Protection Act (HB3872)

Mar 17, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

The National Deer Association (NDA) is proud to announce its full support for South Carolina House Bill 3872 (HB3872), commonly referred to as the “Hunting Heritage Protection Act” bill. This proactive piece of legislation is…

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Kentucky House Bill 700: A Critical Step in Managing Chronic Wasting Disease and Protecting Hunting Opportunities

Feb 28, 2025 Catherine Appling-Pooler

As the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) continues to threaten deer populations across the country, Kentucky lawmakers are considering an important piece of legislation that could play a key role in managing this deadly…

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National Deer Association (NDA) position statements cover a varitey of deer related issues from Antler Restrictions, Carcass Transport and Disposal, Food Plots, Quality Deer Management, Sunday Hunting and more.

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