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 updates the definitions of "senior" in sections 1533.10, 1533.11, and 1533.111, replacing "sixty-six" with "sixty-five." This change allows individuals aged 65 and older to qualify for reduced fees, making hunting and fishing more accessible to older residents. The bill retains existing hunting and fishing regulations, including permit requirements and penalties for violations, while aiming to encourage senior participation in outdoor activities and promote wildlife conservation.

Additionally, the bill introduces new fee structures for various fishing licenses, establishing rates for annual, multi-year, and lifetime licenses, with reduced rates for seniors and youth. It allows for one-day fishing licenses and tourist licenses, with a provision for crediting the fee of a one-day license towards an annual license upgrade. The bill also clarifies exemptions from licensing requirements for certain landowners and their families, and it creates a multi-year and lifetime license fund within the state treasury to manage and distribute collected fees. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline fishing license regulations and enhance options for anglers in Ohio.

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