2023 House Bill 5086

Natural resources: hunting; hunting and fishing fees for veterans; modify.

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 43537 (MCL 324.43537), as amended by 2013 PA 108.

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Allows legally blind residents to purchase a senior all-species fishing license and veterans to obtain any resident license for which a lottery is not required free of charge. The bill mandates that eligible individuals must provide proof of their status upon request when engaging in fishing or hunting activities.

Introduced in the House

Oct. 4, 2023

Introduced by Rep. Greg Markkanen (R-110) and four co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Angela Rigas (R-79), David Prestin (R-108), Mike Hoadley (R-99) and David Martin (R-68)

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Environment, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation