The bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act by updating the requirements for nonresident and resident motor vehicles entering state parks. It specifies that nonresident motor vehicles must have a valid park permit affixed to the lower right-hand corner of the windshield, which must be permanently displayed 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 payment.

Furthermore, the bill outlines exceptions to these requirements, including circumstances where vehicles are used for official state business, emergency services, or during designated free fishing days. A significant addition is the provision allowing honorably discharged veterans to display a specific hangtag, sticker, or form to identify their status, which will be verified by the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. This aims to facilitate access for veterans while maintaining the regulations for park entry.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 324.74116