The Italian Senate has approved a bill significantly expanding hunting permissions, increasing both the areas where hunting is allowed and the list of huntable species. The legislation has triggered strong opposition from environmental groups and political opponents, who denounce it as a “shoot-everything” law. Critics argue the bill is unconstitutional and will negatively impact biodiversity. Supporters maintain the changes are necessary for wildlife management and rural economic activity. The approved measure broadens access for hunters across the country. Environmental associations have vowed to challenge the law in the Constitutional Court. The vote concludes a lengthy debate over the future of hunting regulations in Italy.