The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to hunting, fishing, and gun dog activity fees, as well as licensing requirements for hunting guides and outfitters. Key changes include adjustments to various license and permit fees, such as increasing the nonresident small game hunting license fee from $101 to $150, and the resident big game hunting license fee from $30 to $35. Additionally, the bill modifies the fees for fishing outfitter licenses, raising the resident fee from $100 to $250 and the nonresident fee from $400 to $500. It also introduces a new fee structure for gun dog training permits, including a $20 fee for resident professional trainers and a $100 fee for nonresident trainers bringing more than four dogs into the state.

Furthermore, the bill establishes new requirements for hunting guide and outfitter licenses, including a proficiency examination administered by the director, which must be conducted at least three times a year. The bill also clarifies that applicants for hunting guide licenses must have legally hunted for parts of three years, with provisions for waivers under certain circumstances. The amendments aim to enhance the management of hunting and fishing activities in North Dakota while ensuring that guides and outfitters meet specific competency standards.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 20.1-03-12
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Representative Bosch: 20.1-03-12, 20.1-03-36.1, 20.1-04-12.1
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 20.1-03-12, 20.1-03-36.1, 20.1-04-12.1
Adopted by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee: 20.1-03-12, 20.1-03-36.1, 20.1-03-37, 20.1-03-38, 20.1-04-12.1
Enrollment: 20.1-03-12, 20.1-03-36.1, 20.1-03-37, 20.1-03-38, 20.1-04-12.1