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SB 670

Relating to: fees for nonresident hunting, trapping, and fishing approvals and nonresident vehicle admission receipts. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Howard Marklein and 1 co-sponsor

Wisconsin bill adjusts nonresident hunting, fishing, and park admission fees to modify out-of-state revenue collection for conservation and park operations.

Read first time and referred to Committee on Financial Institutions and Sporting Heritage
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Bill Summary · SB 670

Legislative bill overview

SB 670 modifies fee structures for nonresident hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses as well as nonresident vehicle admission receipts in Wisconsin. The bill appears designed to adjust revenue collection mechanisms from out-of-state users of Wisconsin's natural resources and state parks. Specific fee amounts are not detailed in the available legislative summary.

Why is this important

Nonresident fees generate significant revenue for state wildlife management, park maintenance, and conservation programs. Adjusting these fees affects both Wisconsin's budget capacity for natural resource management and the cost burden on out-of-state visitors, potentially influencing tourism and recreational access patterns.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact uncertainty: Without knowing whether fees increase or decrease, stakeholders cannot assess fiscal consequences for conservation funding or state revenue projections
  • Equity concerns: Higher nonresident fees may price out lower-income out-of-state hunters and anglers, raising questions about recreational access fairness
  • Economic competitiveness: Wisconsin competes with neighboring states on hunting/fishing appeal; fee increases could redirect nonresidents to Minnesota, Michigan, or Iowa with potentially lower costs
  • Resident versus nonresident balance: The bill's focus on nonresident fees raises questions about whether resident fees remain unchanged, creating divergent cost structures

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

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