SSB 5583 — Concerning recreational fishing and hunting licenses.

What this bill does

Increases hunting and fishing fees administered by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Allows the Fish and Wildlife Commission to periodically add a surcharge to hunting and fishing fees under certain conditions. Makes other changes related to hunting and fishing license requirements.

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · April 23, 2025
  51 yea · 46 nay · 1 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 26, 2025
  25 yea · 24 nay

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