HB691

Fishing; residents who are 65 or older not required to pay fee at any state park or wildlife management area.

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Mississippi HB691 exempts residents aged 65 and older from paying fees for entry or fishing at state parks and wildlife management areas.

Mississippi HB691 provides that residents of the state who are 65 years of age or older will not be required to pay any fee or charge for entry or for fishing at any state park or wildlife management area. This bill amends Section 55-3-33 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to conform to this provision. The changes will take effect from July 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 14

House

Referred To Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks;Appropriations A