The bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act by updating the requirements for nonresident and resident motor vehicles entering state parks. It stipulates that nonresident motor vehicles must display a valid motor vehicle park permit in the lower right-hand corner of the windshield, which must be affixed permanently for the year. Additionally, it clarifies that resident motor vehicles must have paid the recreation passport fee to gain entry into state parks, with provisions for registration tabs or stickers to indicate this payment.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific exemptions from these requirements, including vehicles driven on established highways within state parks, emergency vehicles, and those used for state business. Notably, it introduces a new exemption for honorably discharged veterans, allowing them to display a designated hangtag, sticker, or form to identify their status, which must be verified by the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. This amendment aims to enhance access to state parks while recognizing the service of veterans.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 324.74116