Bill > HF885

This bill modifies hunting license provisions for disabled veterans in Iowa, creating a new section of law that allows resident disabled veterans to obtain one any-sex deer hunting license during established firearm deer hunting seasons. To qualify, a veteran must have served on federal active duty and been disabled during military service, as verified by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The veteran must complete a form proving their resident and disability status, and this special license can be obtained in addition to any other deer hunting licenses they might already be eligible for. The bill also increases the number of nonresident wild turkey hunting licenses from 75 to 125, with a specific allocation of 75 licenses reserved for nonresident disabled veterans or active-duty service members who have been disabled, to be used for hunting experiences conducted by organizations that support disabled hunters. These changes aim to provide enhanced hunting opportunities for veterans with disabilities, recognizing their service and potential challenges they may face.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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