The bill amends the law regarding hunting and fishing licenses in Arkansas by allowing the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission to issue licenses to certain nonresidents at the same cost as resident licenses. Specifically, the new provision targets nonresidents who have graduated from public, private, or home schools in Arkansas and are currently pursuing a higher education degree in another state.

This change aims to provide a more equitable opportunity for these nonresidents to engage in hunting and fishing activities in Arkansas, promoting the state's outdoor recreational opportunities while also recognizing the educational ties of these individuals to the state. The bill introduces a new section, 15-42-131, to the Arkansas Code, detailing the eligibility criteria for this licensing provision.