The bill amends section 1546.04 of the Revised Code to require the Chief of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Parks and Watercraft to establish a discount program specifically for veterans and service members. This program will provide a 25% discount on park services and rentals, while excluding merchandise purchases. The Chief is also tasked with defining what constitutes a valid form of documentation for eligibility, which includes various forms of identification such as an Ohio veterans identification card and military-issued IDs.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions regarding the management of state parks and the establishment of rules for their operation. It emphasizes that the Chief must adopt rules in accordance with Chapter 119 of the Revised Code to implement these changes. Notably, the bill repeals the previous version of section 1546.04, thereby updating the legal framework to reflect the new discount program for veterans and service members.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 1546.04
As Reported By Senate Committee: 1546.04
As Passed By Senate: 1546.04