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LC 3996

Generally revise laws regarding the department of fish, wildlife, and parks

2025 Regular Session

Broadly revises laws for the Dept. of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks; no changes disclosed, and the draft died, so no reforms enacted.

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 3996

LC 3996 — Generally revise laws regarding the department of fish, wildlife, and parks

Overview

LC 3996 is a draft bill intended to generally revise the laws governing the department of fish, wildlife, and parks. The bill was introduced on December 15, 2024, and is identified as an LC (Legislative Counsel) draft. The current status indicates the draft died in process.

Legislative History and Status

  • Introduction: December 15, 2024
  • Drafter Assigned: December 15, 2024
  • Draft On Hold: December 15, 2024
  • Final Status: Draft Died in Process
  • Last recorded action: May 22, 2025, noted as (LC) Draft Died in Process

Purpose and Intent

  • Based on the title, the bill’s objective is to generally revise the laws related to the department of fish, wildlife, and parks. The specific changes to statutes, authorities, or programs are not provided in the available summary.

Key Provisions (Details Not Disclosed)

  • The exact provisions, modifications, or new authorities proposed by LC 3996 are not specified in the provided information.
  • Possible areas such bills typically address (without asserting that they are included in this bill) may include:
    • Governance and structure of the department
    • Regulatory and rulemaking authority
    • Licensing, permits, and enforcement related to wildlife, fisheries, and parks
    • Management and funding for state parks and conservation programs
    • Reporting, oversight, and accountability mechanisms
  • Because the full text is not provided, the above are illustrative areas and not confirmed elements of this bill.

Affected Parties

  • Potentially affected groups include residents and stakeholders who interact with or are regulated by the department (e.g., license holders for hunting/fishing, park visitors, outdoor recreation users, employees, contractors).
  • Other state agencies or local entities coordinating with or overseen by the department could also be affected if new authorities or funding mechanisms are proposed.

Procedural and Timeline Notes

  • The bill progressed to drafting but did not advance beyond the draft stage.
  • Status indicates it did not move forward in the legislative process as of May 22, 2025.

What to Watch For

  • If text becomes available, review the bill to identify: specific statutory changes, new or removed authorities, funding provisions, implementation timelines, and any sunset or oversight requirements.
  • For the latest details, consult the official legislative records for LC 3996 to view the full draft text and any amendments.

If you’d like, I can create a more detailed summary once the bill’s full text or committee analyses are published.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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