Sponsor Statement for HB 25

I have introduced HB-25 to make the residency law applying to the taking of fish and game resources a more workable, consistent, enforceable provision.

Like many other valuable state programs there is always the temptation by nonresidents to bend the rules, or circumvent the letter of the law. By changing the language in existing statute we can close some of the loop holes that have plagued law enforcement officials.

Last session this measure was supported by both the administration and overwhelmingly by the legislature.

I hope I can count on your support this session.

Thank you.