Information on Proposition 109 -" -right to hunt and fish- constitutional amendment

One of the propositions facing Arizona voters on the Nov. 2, 2010 election ballot is Proposition 109, which, if passed, would amend the states constitution to make hunting and fishing a constitutional right in Arizona. The Arizona Game and Fish Department and its employees are precluded by law from advocating for or against state ballot propositions while on state time or using state resources. The Game and Fish Commission, as the policy-setting board overseeing the department, is not under the same legal restriction and may take a position or advocate on one side or the other. Due to public interest regarding Proposition 109, the department is providing the link below to information about the proposition contained in the 2010 Ballot Propositions and Judicial Performance Review Publicity Pamphlet posted on the Arizona Secretary of States website. This information includes the text of the proposed amendment, analysis by the Arizona Legislative Council, and arguments for and against the proposition that have been submitted by different individuals and organizations. To view information about Proposition 109, visit www.azsos.gov/election/2010/info/PubPamphlet/english/Prop109.htm.