This bill amends existing law regarding the reimbursement process for free and reduced price game and fish licenses in Wyoming. It requires the state auditor to transfer funds from the general fund to the game and fish department to cover the costs associated with these licenses. Specifically, the bill modifies the reporting requirements for the game and fish department, mandating that the chief fiscal officer prepare an annual report detailing the licenses sold and submit a payment request to the state auditor. The state auditor is then responsible for transferring the claimed amount to the game and fish fund as soon as practicable after July 31 of the applicable year.

Additionally, the bill replaces the previous biennial budget request process with an annual reporting requirement to the state budget department regarding the funding received for the free and reduced price license revenue recoupment program. The act will apply to licenses sold or issued starting in calendar year 2026 and will take effect on July 1, 2027. The changes aim to streamline the reimbursement process and ensure that the game and fish department receives timely funding for the licenses issued at reduced rates.

Statutes affected:
27LSO-0056 v0.5: 23-1-504