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Fears of Gun Control Boost State Fish and Wildlife Coffers [1]

The so-far unfounded fears of a few that President Obama will restrict gun sales are boosting sales as gun enthusiasts stockpile. One result: a boost in state funds for fish and wildlife restoration. Under the Pittman-Robertson Act of 1937, a federal tax on guns and ammo is set aside for this purpose.

Mark Neuzil reports for MinnPost February 18, 2010. [2]

Wildlife [3]
National (U.S.) [4]
Public [5]
Source: MinnPost.com [2], 02/26/2010
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