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Nebraska Mountain Lion Season Could Be Coming Soon

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LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) _ The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission would have the authority to control the mountain lion population, under a measure before the state Legislature.

A bill debated by the Natural Resources Committee on Thursday is designed to set preliminary rules for a mountain lion hunting season. State officials say the mountain lion population is increasing, although the number of lions is estimated at fewer than 60 statewide.

If the population continues to grow, Game and Parks could create a limited hunting season that would likely allow up to four lions to be taken per year.

Under the bill, Nebraska residents would pay $25 for a chance to win a mountain lion hunting permit in a random drawing.

Non-residents would be able to get a permit through an auction.

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