Bill
HF 505
Overview: HF 505, A bill for an act relating to noodling licenses, was introduced on February 20, 2025 and is currently in the committee report approving stage, having been renumbe
Overview: HF 505, A bill for an act relating to noodling licenses, was introduced on February 20, 2025 and is currently in the committee report approving stage, having been renumbered as HF 832.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to establish a licensing requirement for the practice of noodling, which is a method of catching catfish by hand.
Key Provisions:
- Requires individuals to obtain a noodling license from the state's Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in order to legally engage in noodling.
- Sets the annual license fee at $25 for residents and $50 for non-residents.
- Authorizes the DNR to set regulations and restrictions on noodling, such as bag limits, size limits, and seasonal closures.
- Establishes penalties for noodling without a valid license, including fines and potential revocation of the license.
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect individuals who engage in the practice of noodling, as they would now be required to obtain a license and follow any regulations set by the DNR. The bill aims to better manage and conserve the state's catfish population by regulating this fishing method.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the committee report approving stage and has been renumbered as HF 832. The next step would be for the bill to be considered by the full legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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