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 an increase in fees for various licenses, such as the nonresident small game hunting license, which rises from $101 to $150, and the nonresident big game hunting license, which increases from $253 to $350. Additionally, the fee for a fishing outfitter license for residents is raised from $100 to $250, while the nonresident fee increases from $400 to $500. The bill also introduces new provisions for electronic examinations for hunting guides and outfitters, increasing the frequency of these tests from twice to three times a year.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the requirements for obtaining a hunting guide or outfitter license, specifying that applicants must have legally hunted for parts of three years, with the possibility of waiving this requirement under certain conditions. It also establishes a permit system for gun dog activities, with fees set for both resident and nonresident trainers. Notably, the bill eliminates several outdated fees and licenses, streamlining the regulatory framework for hunting and fishing activities in the state.

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