This bill amends Louisiana's laws regarding lifetime combination hunting and fishing licenses by introducing new provisions for infant licenses. Starting January 1, 2025, the Department will offer a combination lifetime hunting and fishing license for residents under the age of three. This license will grant access to various hunting and fishing privileges, including basic hunting licenses for deer, waterfowl, and turkey, as well as fishing licenses and wildlife management area access permits. The previous provision allowing for a combination lifetime license for children from birth to five years old will be removed.

Additionally, the bill establishes new fee structures for both resident and nonresident infant lifetime licenses. For residents, the fee for an infant license will be set at $500, while nonresidents will pay $1,000 for the same license. The adult lifetime license fee remains at $500 for residents and $4,000 for nonresidents, while senior residents (65 years and older) will continue to pay $100. The bill eliminates the youth resident category and its associated fee, streamlining the licensing process for infants and adults.

Statutes affected:
HB400 Original:
HB400 Engrossed: 56:3(A)
HB400 Reengrossed:
HB400 Enrolled:
HB400 Act 653: