A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 43520 (MCL 324.43520), as amended by 2018 PA 4.
The legislative text amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, specifically section 43520, to update the requirements and provisions related to the issuance of hunting licenses. The primary provisions include allowing the Department to issue hunting licenses to minors if a parent or legal guardian applies on their behalf, ensures compliance with section 43517, and pays the license fee. For individuals born after January 1, 1960, the bill stipulates that proof of previous hunting experience, a valid concealed pistol license, or honorable discharge from the armed forces must be presented to obtain a hunting license. If such proof is unavailable, an affidavit can be submitted. The bill also outlines the conditions under which apprentice licenses can be issued and used, including the requirement for an accompanying licensed adult and restrictions on the number of apprentice licenses one can obtain. Additionally, it specifies that only minors under 10 years old can obtain a mentored youth hunting license, which costs $7.50 and includes various hunting and fishing privileges. The bill mandates that individuals with mentored youth hunting licenses must comply with the mentored youth hunting program's requirements and allows them to purchase additional licenses under current regulations. Furthermore, the Department is required to submit a report every four years evaluating the adequacy of fee revenue from mentored youth hunting licenses to administer the program.
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