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Hickenlooper To Sign Parks-Wildlife Merger Into Law

EAGLE, Colo. (AP) - A money-saving bill to merge the Colorado Division of Wildlife and Colorado State Parks is awaiting the governor's signature.

Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper planned to sign the merger bill at a ceremony Monday afternoon at Sylvan Lake State Park in Eagle.

Hickenlooper suggested the merger to save the state some $3 million to $4 million a year. The change is due to take effect in July.

Senate Bill 208

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