Bill > HB2031

This bill updates Washington state's recreational fishing and hunting license regulations, focusing on several key provisions. It modifies definitions for various terms related to hunting and fishing, adjusts license fees and age requirements across multiple license types, and introduces new sections related to license combinations and fee structures. The bill establishes detailed fee tables for both fishing and hunting licenses, with specific rates for residents, non-residents, youth, and seniors. It allows the Fish and Wildlife Commission to create combination licenses, potentially offer promotional discounts, and implement a potential surcharge mechanism to offset inflationary costs. The bill also updates requirements for hunter education, including changes to age limits and deferral options for hunter training. Notably, it revises definitions, fee structures, and administrative processes for various hunting and fishing permits, including special hunt permits, turkey tags, and master hunter permits. The bill aims to provide more flexibility in licensing, potentially encourage broader participation in outdoor activities, and ensure that license fees adequately support wildlife management and conservation efforts.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2031&Year=2025&Initiative=false