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Maria Hernandez

Political Party: D
House District 50



1. What is your view of the 2004 Attorney General Opinion regarding access to streams from county road bridges ?

I agree with the opinion.


2. In your opinion are public property rights important - often as important as private property rights?

They are both important.


3. Do you believe the state should be allowed to acquire water rights sufficient to allow major streams to function as natural aquatic systems?

Yes, it is crucial that we ensure water quality and access.


4. Are you familiar with and do you support the Public Trust Doctrine?

Yes, I support the Public Trust Doctrine.


5. Should we consider the sale of water in Montana’s rivers to be moved out of state?

Definitely not.


6. Should the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks remain the sole decision maker for the allocation of licenses and permits that determine who may legally hunt and harvest Montana wildlife ?

Yes.


7. What should be done to reduce elk populations that exceed optimum numbers as defined in current management plans?

Allowing access for hunting elk, particularly cow hunts, helps in the management of the elk population.








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