Assembly Bill 682 proposes amendments to various statutes concerning fees for nonresident hunting, trapping, and fishing approvals in Wisconsin. The bill significantly increases the fees for several licenses, including the annual small game license, which will rise from $87.25 to $107.25, and the deer license, which will increase from $197.25 to $237.25. Additionally, the bill establishes a minimum fee of $19.85 for daily nonresident vehicle admission receipts, which is required for operating a vehicle in state parks and certain recreational areas.

The bill also revises fees for other hunting and fishing licenses, such as the five-day small game license, which will increase from $57.25 to $67.25, and the wild turkey hunting authorization for nonresidents, which will rise from $14.75 to $24.75. Other notable changes include increases in fees for bonus deer permits and various family and individual fishing licenses. Overall, the bill aims to adjust the fee structure to reflect higher costs associated with nonresident approvals while ensuring that the Department of Natural Resources can effectively manage and fund its programs.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 29.563(2)(b)1, 29.563, 29.563(2)(b)2, 29.563(2)(b)3, 29.563(2)(b)3m, 29.563(2)(b)4, 29.563(2)(b)6, 29.563(2)(b)6m, 29.563(2)(b)7, 29.563(2)(b)8, 29.563(2)(d)1, 29.563(2)(d)2, 29.563(2)(g), 29.563(2g)(intro.), 29.563(3)(b)1, 29.563(3)(b)2, 29.563(3)(b)3, 29.563(3)(b)4, 29.563(3)(b)5, 29.563(3)(b)5m, 29.563(3)(b)6