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This bill makes several changes to Maryland's fishing license regulations, primarily involving fee increases and removing certain license exemptions. Specifically, the bill raises the annual fee for a resident consolidated senior sport fishing license from $5 to $12, increases the resident angler's license fee from $20.50 to $32, and raises trout stamp fees from $5 to $20 for residents. Additionally, the bill eliminates the previous exemption that allowed holders of a resident consolidated senior sport fishing license to fish for trout without purchasing a separate trout stamp. The fee increases apply to various fishing licenses, including short-term and non-resident licenses, with some fees more than doubling. The bill also maintains existing provisions that provide license fee exemptions for certain groups like landowners, military personnel on leave, and people fishing on designated free fishing days. These changes are intended to generate more revenue for the state's natural resources management and fish protection efforts. The new regulations will take effect on June 1, 2025, giving residents advance notice of the upcoming changes to fishing license fees and requirements.

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Education, Energy, and the Environment (Senate)

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