This bill proposes the creation of a new section in the North Dakota Century Code that allows nonresidents to purchase a nonresident upland and small game license for hunting upland and small game, excluding waterfowl, throughout the entire hunting season. The governor will have the authority to specify the number of licenses available and the method of issuance. Additionally, the bill amends section 20.1-03-07 to clarify the requirements for nonresidents regarding hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses, including the stipulation that nonresidents must possess the appropriate licenses to engage in these activities.

The amendments include the removal of previous language that limited the nonresident small game license to a specific duration and clarified that nonresidents may purchase multiple small game licenses in a year. The bill also introduces a new structure for the licensing requirements, categorizing activities such as hunting small game, trapping protected fur-bearing animals, fishing, and hunting unprotected birds or animals under distinct provisions. Each violation of these licensing requirements is defined as a separate offense, emphasizing the importance of compliance with the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 20.1-03-07