Kentucky SB39 modifies fishing regulations in privately owned lakes and ponds.

Kentucky SB39 amends fishing regulations in privately owned lakes and ponds. It allows bona fide owners of private land to set their own fishing rules without state restrictions, except for invasive fish stocking. It also exempts certain individuals from needing a fishing license, including minors, residents on furlough, and members of the National Guard. The bill declares an emergency.

Kentucky SB39 modifies fishing regulations in privately owned lakes and ponds.

Kentucky SB39 amends fishing regulations in privately owned lakes and ponds. It allows bona fide owners of private land to set their own fishing rules without state restrictions, except for invasive fish stocking. It also exempts certain individuals from needing a fishing license, including minors, residents on furlough, and members of the National Guard. The bill declares an emergency.