LANSING, MI (AP)-- Michigan voters will get a chance in the November 4th election to take a stand on whether wolf hunting should be allowed, but the outcome may not matter.
Voters will be able to vote "yes" or "no" on two laws approved by the Legislature that authorize state officials to schedule wolf hunting seasons. Michigan's first regulated hunt was held last year, and 22 wolves were killed.
But lawmakers this summer approved a third measure that puts the appointed Natural Resources Commission in charge of deciding about wolf hunts. That law will remain on the books even if voters reject the other two.
Even so, wolf hunting opponents say it's important to send a message to the Legislature. Supporters of the hunts say the outcome of the referendums will be meaningless.