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A 3747

Relates to annual vehicular access for active duty service members

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Gray and 1 co-sponsor

Summary of Bill A 3747: Annual Vehicular Access for Active Duty Service Members Main Purpose and IntentThe purpose of Bill A 3747 is to provide free or discounted annual vehicle ac

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Bill Summary · A 3747

Summary of Bill A 3747: Annual Vehicular Access for Active Duty Service Members

Main Purpose and Intent

The purpose of Bill A 3747 is to provide free or discounted annual vehicle access to state parks, beaches, and other recreational areas for active duty members of the U.S. military. The bill is intended to recognize the service and sacrifice of military personnel by making it more accessible and affordable for them to enjoy the state's natural resources during their time off.

Key Provisions

  • Grants active duty service members free or discounted annual vehicle access passes to all state parks, beaches, and other state-operated recreational areas.
  • The passes would be available to all active duty personnel, including those stationed in the state as well as those visiting from out of state.
  • Requires the state parks department to develop an application process for the passes and promote their availability to military members and their families.
  • Appropriates $2.5 million annually from the state general fund to cover the cost of providing the free/discounted passes.

Affected Parties

The primary beneficiaries of this bill would be active duty members of the U.S. military and their families. It would make it more affordable for them to access and enjoy the state's natural and recreational areas during their free time.

The state parks department would also be affected, as they would be responsible for administering the pass program and absorbing the associated revenue loss from providing free or discounted access. The $2.5 million annual appropriation is intended to offset these costs.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Bill A 3747 was introduced in the state legislature on January 30, 2025 and has been referred to the Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development committee for consideration.
  • If passed, the bill would take effect 90 days after enactment, with the parks department required to have the pass program operational within 6 months.
  • The bill makes the free/discounted passes available on an ongoing, annual basis for active duty military personnel.

Overall, this bill represents an effort to improve accessibility and affordability of state parks and recreation areas for active duty service members who make significant sacrifices in service of their country.

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

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