HB0123 Summary

• Allows Illinois residents to obtain a 5-year fishing license for $62.50, with reduced fees of $31.25 for residents age 65+ and resident veterans.

• Establishes a 5-year sportsmen's combination license for $112.50 that provides both non-commercial fishing and hunting privileges for all species, with 50% reduced fees for seniors and veterans.

• Creates a 5-year hunting license option for $52 to hunt all species, with the same reduced fee structure for residents age 65+ and resident veterans.

• Sets 5-year license expiration dates for March 31 of the fourth year after issuance, while annual licenses continue to expire March 31 of each year.

• Maintains existing veteran verification requirements at Department regional offices and preserves all current penalties for license violations.