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Fines Funded Conservation Education | Monroe Louisiana News
Arkansas is reinvesting $690,000 in conservation education—funds from hunting and fishing fines—to empower schools across the state. Over $536,000 comes from last year’s violations, with another $150,000 carried over from prior years, especially where applications were low or projects unfinished. Partnering with the Division of Rural Services, the program allocates grants county-by-county based on fine revenue, turning enforcement into educational opportunity. It’s a smart, community-focused strategy to nurture the next generation’s love for nature—and make sure every dollar spent on wildlife…
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