Revise laws related to nonresident hunters and anglers

2025 Regular Session

Revise laws for nonresident hunters and anglers, changing licensing rules, fees, eligibility, and access, affecting participation and agency revenue; died in process.

(LC) Draft Died in Process

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LC 810 — Revise laws related to nonresident hunters and anglers

Overview

Bill number: LC 810

Title: Revise laws related to nonresident hunters and anglers

Subject: Fish and Wildlife

Status: Draft Died in Process (LC)

Introduced: November 4, 2024

Recent actions:

2024-11-04: Drafter Assigned; Draft On Hold
2025-05-22: Draft Died in Process

Purpose and Intent

The bill’s title indicates an effort to revise existing statutes governing nonresident hunters and anglers. While the specific text is not provided, such revisions typically aim to adjust one or more of the following areas:
- Licensing requirements and eligibility for nonresidents
- Fee structures and revenue allocation for licenses, permits, or stamps
- Reciprocity or cross-state/foreign jurisdiction arrangements
- Permit quotas, bag limits, season dates, or other hunting/fishing controls for nonresidents
- Enforcement, penalties, or compliance mechanisms
- Administrative processes (rulemaking, appeals, reporting)

Because the exact provisions are not included in the information provided, the summary cannot enumerate precise changes.

Key Provisions (Note on Availability)

The actual bill text would specify the concrete changes to statutes affecting nonresident hunters and anglers. This summary notes likely topical areas based on the title but cannot confirm specific provisions without the bill’s text.

Potential Impact

Nonresident hunters and anglers: Possible changes to licensing costs, eligibility, access, or eligibility criteria; potential shifts in how nonresidents participate in hunting and fishing opportunities.

State wildlife/fish agencies: Possible changes in revenue streams, administrative processes, or enforcement responsibilities.

Funding and economics: Potential effects on state revenue from licenses and on local hunting/fishing-related tourism.

Legacy issues and transitions: If enacted, may require rule updates, transition provisions, and outreach to affected constituencies.

Affected Parties

Primary: Nonresident hunters and anglers

Secondary: State wildlife/fish agencies, landowners with hunting/fishing access, and the broader public with interests in wildlife management and outdoor recreation

Procedural and Timeline Context

“Died in Process” generally means the bill did not progress toward enactment during the session (e.g., did not pass committee or floor votes).

The bill was introduced and assigned a drafter in November 2024, placed on hold shortly after, and ultimately listed as Died in Process by May 2025.

Next Steps for Interested Readers

Monitor for any reintroduction or new LC numbers addressing nonresident hunting/fishing laws.

Review future committee agendas and bill analyses if a companion or revised measure is introduced.

If reintroduced, seek the full text to understand exact provisions, timelines, and fiscal implications.