An Act establishing a big game guide concession area permit program on land in the state; relating to the duties of the Big Game Commercial Services Board, the Board of Game, the Department of Fish and Game, and the Department of Natural Resources; requiring the Board of Game to establish an initial big game guide concession area; and providing for an effective date.

This bill creates a new permit program that allows specific big game guides to operate in designated concession areas on state land. It requires the Board of Game to establish at least one initial area and mandates that guides holding permits for these zones can conduct hunts there. The legislation outlines a process where anyone can propose a concession area, which the Board must review after a public notice period and consultation with other agencies. Approval depends on determining that the area supports conservation goals and aids in enforcing hunting laws. The bill also updates rules for guide licensing to include more rigorous exams and requires applicants to disclose any past license revocations.