Nonresident anglers-regulatory modifications.
HB 254 creates new rules for nonresident fishing guides operating commercial boats in Wyoming. It requires these guides to obtain an annual $1,000 permit decal for their boats, submit application details including boat identification, and display the decal prominently. The bill also increases fees for nonresident fishing licenses and imposes penalties (including a low misdemeanor charge) for guides operating without the required decal. This directly affects nonresident guides offering paid fishing services in Wyoming, with the permit system taking effect January 1, 2025.
Bill status
died
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2023
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 25, 2023
Last action Feb 7, 2023
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Committee
1
Feb 7, 2023
Committee
H:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 5-4
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Jan 25, 2023
Introduced
H Introduced and Referred to H06 - Travel
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Cyrus Western
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