IL HB2744

Creates new Aquatic Conservation Stamp requirement for individuals taking fish, turtles, mussels, crayfish, or frogs in Illinois waters (in addition to existing licenses), with exemptions for those not required to obtain licenses.

Establishes $5 fee for aquatic conservation stamps for both resident and non-resident licensees, waived for residents over 75 years of age.

Creates Aquatic Conservation Stamp Fund as special fund to receive stamp fees and donations for conservation of aquatic life, including combating aquatic nuisance species, with appropriations made only to the Department's Division of Fisheries.

Permits Director to issue aquatic conservation stamps without fee at discretion.

Effective January 1, 2022.