HB 1314·NH·house
enabling minors to apply for a freshwater fishing application without paying a fee.
FailedFiled Dec 1, 2025
Sponsor: Heath Howard (D)
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Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 5
Feb 12, 2026
Summary
The bill would allow any state resident under 18 to apply for a freshwater fishing license without paying the usual fee. Applicants would need to show proof of age and receive a specially marked license from the Fish and Game Department. The change is intended to promote youth participation in fishing while eliminating the fee revenue from teen licenses.
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