Bill
SB 25-174
Overview: SB 25-174, Sunset Outfitters & Guides, Governor Signed, Introduced February 20, 2025Purpose and Intent: This bill extends the sunset date for the state's regulation of ou
Overview: SB 25-174, Sunset Outfitters & Guides, Governor Signed, Introduced February 20, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill extends the sunset date for the state's regulation of outfitters and guides, who provide outdoor recreation services to the public. The Outfitters and Guides Act was set to expire on July 1, 2025, and this legislation will extend its authorization until July 1, 2030.
Key Provisions:
- Extends the Outfitters and Guides Act sunset date from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2030
- Maintains the existing regulatory framework for licensing and oversight of outfitters and guides
- Continues requirements for outfitters and guides to meet safety, insurance, and other standards
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Outfitters and guides who provide services such as hunting, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor activities
- Consumers who utilize the services of licensed outfitters and guides
- Tourism and outdoor recreation industries that rely on the regulated outfitter and guide services
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill was signed into law by the Governor on March 20, 2025
- The extended sunset date will keep the Outfitters and Guides Act in effect until July 1, 2030, unless further legislative action is taken
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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