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 redefines the term "senior" to mean an applicant who is 65 years of age or older at the time of application, replacing the previous definition of 66 years. This change applies to various licenses and permits, including hunting and fishing licenses, deer and wild turkey permits, and fur taker permits, thereby enhancing accessibility to outdoor recreational activities for older residents.

In addition to the age adjustment, the bill introduces multi-year and lifetime fishing and hunting licenses, allowing residents to purchase licenses valid for three, five, or ten years, as well as lifetime options. The fees for these licenses are specified, and a combination package option is available, which cannot be discounted by more than five percent of the total individual fees. The bill also repeals several existing sections related to fishing and hunting licenses to streamline regulations, while maintaining exemptions for certain individuals and granting the chief of the division of wildlife authority to adopt rules for the new licenses.

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