Bill > S579

This bill amends Section 11 of Chapter 131 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a provision that requires the state's general fund to reimburse the George L. Darey Inland Fisheries and Game Fund annually for any revenue lost due to discounted fishing or hunting licenses and free licenses. In plain language, this means that when the state offers reduced-price or complimentary fishing and hunting licenses (which might be provided to certain groups like veterans, seniors, or disabled individuals), the general fund will compensate the Inland Fisheries and Game Fund for the resulting financial shortfall. This ensures that the specialized fund, which likely supports conservation, wildlife management, and recreational fishing and hunting programs, does not suffer financially from these reduced-cost licensing policies.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S579