This bill addresses the taking of wildlife through the use of a guide, outfitter, or spotter.
This bill:
- defines terms;
- creates the Guide, Outfitter, and Spotter Fund;
- provides when the use of a guide, outfitter, or spotter is unlawful;
- requires registration with the Division of Wildlife Resources (division);
- provides for rulemaking;
- permits the division to take action related to an applicant or registrant;
- outlines prohibited activities and penalties for violations;
- addresses the operations of a guide, outfitter, or spotter;
- repeals regulation by the Division of Professional Licensing; and
- makes technical and conforming amendments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 23A-5-309, 23A-11-204, 58-79-501
Substitute #1: 23A-1-101, 23A-5-309, 23A-12-301, 23A-12-302, 23A-12-303
Amended 2/18/2025 15:02:496: 23A-1-101, 23A-5-309, 23A-12-301, 23A-12-302, 23A-12-303
Substitute #2: 23A-1-101, 23A-5-309, 23A-12-301, 23A-12-302, 23A-12-303
Substitute #3: 23A-1-101, 23A-5-309, 23A-12-301, 23A-12-302, 23A-12-303