The bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act by revising Section 73102 to clarify the conditions under which individuals may enter or remain on another person's property for recreational activities or trapping. It specifies that consent from the property owner, lessee, or agent is required unless certain conditions are met. Notably, the bill removes the previous exception for farm property and wooded areas connected to farm property, now categorizing them under the same rules as other types of property. It also introduces new requirements for property posting, including minimum letter height and sign size, and mandates that signs be placed at intervals of no more than 250 feet along the property boundary.

Additionally, the bill allows fishermen to access navigable public streams without consent, provided they do not damage farm products and take necessary precautions to avoid hazards. It also clarifies that consent to enter property can be given orally or in writing, with the possibility of amending or revoking written consent orally unless otherwise specified. The burden of proof regarding prior prohibition of entry lies with the plaintiff or prosecuting attorney in related legal actions. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance property rights while balancing access for recreational activities.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 324.73102
As Passed by the House: 324.73102