This bill introduces new regulations concerning the hunting of migratory waterfowl in Kansas, specifically prohibiting nonresidents from hunting these birds during the established hunting season except on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays. The restrictions apply to various lands and waters, including those managed by the state and federal agencies, while exempting designated walk-in hunting access areas, navigable rivers, and the conservation order for light geese season. Additionally, the bill proposes a reduction in fees for migratory waterfowl habitat stamps and amends existing statutes related to hunting regulations.

Key amendments include the definition of terms such as "department lands and waters," "migratory waterfowl," and "nonresident," as well as the establishment of a valid state migratory waterfowl habitat stamp requirement for hunting. The bill also repeals existing sections of K.S.A. 32-939 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 32-988, which previously governed these regulations. The fee structure for various hunting permits and licenses is adjusted, with specific deletions and modifications to the maximum fees for migratory waterfowl habitat stamps and other related permits. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 32-939, 32-988