Illinois SB1311 establishes an Aquatic Habitat Conservation Stamp for fishing and hunting licenses.
Illinois SB1311 introduces an Aquatic Habitat Conservation Stamp, requiring individuals to obtain this stamp in addition to their fishing or hunting license. The stamp costs $6 for both residents and non-residents. The bill creates the Aquatic Habitat Conservation Fund, which receives fees from the stamp sales and is used for managing, restoring, and protecting aquatic and riparian habitats in Illinois, eliminating or protecting from aquatic nuisance species, and preparing for climate change effects. The fund's appropriations are solely for the Department of Natural Resources.
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