The bill amends and reenacts section 20-2-42 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, concerning the indexing of license and stamp fees related to wildlife resources. It continues the authority for the director to propose rules for legislative approval that would allow changes to any license or stamp fees outlined in the specified articles. The bill mandates that any increases in these fees must be calculated based on the Consumer Price Index (All Items) published by the United States Department of Labor, with the final amount rounded down to the nearest dollar.

This legislation is set to take effect 90 days after its passage, which is scheduled for June 10, 2026. The bill emphasizes the importance of adjusting fees in accordance with inflation, ensuring that the fees remain relevant and reflective of current economic conditions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 20-2-42
Engrossed Version: 20-2-42
Enrolled Version: 20-2-42