The bill amends the Ohio Revised Code to lower the age requirement for discounted hunting and fishing licenses from 66 to 65 years for Ohio residents. It modifies the definitions of "senior" in multiple sections, specifically changing the age from sixty-six to sixty-five years of age or older. This adjustment allows residents aged 65 and older to qualify for reduced fees for hunting and fishing licenses and permits, making these activities more accessible to older residents. The bill also introduces a new fee schedule for multi-year and lifetime licenses, offering options for three, five, and ten-year terms, as well as lifetime licenses, with specific rates based on the applicant's age. In addition to the age adjustment, the bill establishes a multi-year and lifetime license fund within the state treasury, consisting of fees collected from these licenses, and mandates the transfer of a prorated amount of these fees to the single-year license fund each fiscal year. It maintains existing provisions regarding hunting and fishing regulations, including the requirement for permits and licenses and penalties for violations, while repealing several sections of the Revised Code that are now superseded by the new provisions. Overall, the legislation aims to streamline the licensing process, update definitions and fees, and encourage participation in outdoor activities among seniors while ensuring necessary regulations and safety measures remain in place.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, 1533.321
As Reported By House Committee: 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, 1533.321
As Passed By House: 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, 1533.321
As Reported By Senate Committee: 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, 1533.321
As Passed By Senate: 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, 1533.321
As Enrolled: 1533.10, 1533.11, 1533.111, 1533.32, 1533.321