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12 | Page January 2 4 I ssue%u2022 K.A.R. 115-25-9 %u2013 Big Game RegulationsThe public is encouraged to attend either in person or virtually to share their thoughts on these informational items or other related topics. Wildlife officials are particularly interested in hearing public opinion about the coyote night vision season which was introduced in 2021 and currently runs from Jan 1. through March 31. The regulation allows hunters to use artificial light and thermal-imaging equipment during the season with an additional $2.50 Night Vision Equipment Permit required to participate. No changes to the coyote night vision season have been proposed at this time, but Kansas Department of Wildlife and Park staff are gathering feedback to ensure it continues to meet the needs and expectations of Kansans. The regular coyote fur harvesting and hunting season in Kansas is open year-round with no limit on the number of coyotes that can be taken.The meeting will conclude with an additional opportunity for public comment on non-agenda items.The complete agenda and briefing book, which includes proposed regulation changes, can be downloaded HERE.Attendees can participate in the meetings in person or virtually. Instructions for joining via Zoom, phone, or live streaming are available HERE under %u201cInstructions to Participate in Virtual Meeting.%u201d Additionally, those who wish to provide input but are unable to attend a meeting may fill out the %u201cContact All Commissioners%u201d form HERE.An interpreter for the hearing impaired can be requested by calling the Kansas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing at 1-800-432-0698. Individuals with disabilities may request other accommodations by contacting the Commission secretary at (620) 672-0702.The next commission meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the Topeka & Shawnee County Library in Topeka.KDWP Proposes Moving Three Species From Threatened to Species in Need of Conservation StatusPUBLIC NOTICE: January 15, 2025The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) administers the Kansas Nongame and Endangered Species Conservation Act, K.S.A. 32-957et seq. Pursuant to the Act, KDWP must review every five years which species are Endangered, Threatened, or Species in Need of Conservation in the state. Revisions to the list were last completed in 2019, and since then, new information is available regarding the abundance, distribution, and imperilment status of rare species in Kansas.According to K.S.A. 32-960(b), determinations regarding Endangered and Threatened species shall be: (1) made %u201con the basis of the best scientific, commercial and other data available to the secretary and after consultation, as appropriate, with federal agencies, other interested state agencies and