Statement Regarding the Five Tribe Wildlife Management Reciprocity Agreement

All Oklahomans remain subject to Oklahoma's Wildlife Conservation Code. Neither the law nor the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation treat individuals differently based on race, heritage or background. The press statement released by the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes concerning the Five Tribe Wildlife Management Reciprocity Agreement reflected very questionable statements of the law without any consultation with state partners. Regardless of where you live or where you hunt or fish within Oklahoma's borders, you must comply with federal and state law. This includes purchasing hunting and fishing licenses and complying with regulations contained in the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Code. Although we understand the cooperative intent among the tribes, we must be vigilant with respect to application and enforcement of all fish and wildlife laws.