Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C-Lockport) announced that the state Assembly has passed legislation he sponsors to close a loophole in the state’s existing environmental conservation law authorizing hunting big game by rifle in Niagara County (A.9130-A).

“Despite being a largely rural county, Niagara County is currently excluded from the list of counties that are allowed to use rifles for big game hunting,” said Norris. “Being the Assembly representative of the eastern Niagara towns, it was particularly important to me that this loophole be closed. I am pleased to have worked with Senator Ortt on this important matter and to move this home rule bill through the State Legislature, as requested by Niagara County, to allow our local hunters and sportspersons the opportunity to partake in this activity.”