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This bill amends the Conservation and Natural Resources Act to modify fee and discount provisions for state parks. Specifically, the bill clarifies that fees and charges collected by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for state park activities, admissions, uses, or privileges must be used exclusively for acquiring, maintaining, operating, or administering the state park system. The bill introduces a mandatory 15% discount on all fees and charges for specific groups: active duty members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans discharged under non-dishonorable conditions (including those from reserve components or the National Guard), and their immediate family members (defined as spouse, parent, or child). The bill maintains existing restrictions on parking and general admission fees, allowing the department to continue imposing charges for specific services or facilities that were in place before January 1, 1995. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its enactment, providing state parks with a structured approach to discounts for military-affiliated individuals while ensuring that collected fees directly support park system maintenance and operations.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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