CO SB161

Changes the eligibility requirement for "low-income senior" licenses from demonstrating income at or below 100% of federal poverty line to meeting income eligibility standards established by the Parks and Wildlife Commission by rule.

Lowers the age requirement for senior fishing licenses from 65 to 64 years old and changes the resident low-income senior fishing license from lifetime to annual.

Authorizes the Parks and Wildlife Commission to assess a harvest permit surcharge of up to $5 per species on most hunting and fishing licenses, except senior annual fishing, youth big game, and certain stamp licenses.

Establishes new hearing procedures for river outfitter license denials, suspensions, or revocations, including notice requirements via certified mail, hearings before a Commission-designated hearing officer (not an administrative law judge), and appeal rights to the Commission within 35 days.

Reduces the service-connected disability rating requirement for disabled veterans from 60% to 50% to qualify for free licenses.