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AB 981·WI·house

Relating to: foraging permits, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

In CommitteeFiled Jan 30, 2026
Sponsor: Green
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Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1

Jan 30, 2026

Summary

The bill requires anyone who wants to collect plants or fungi on Wisconsin state land to obtain a foraging permit, sets fees for adults and children, and lets the Department of Natural Resources issue permits directly, through appointed agents, or via a contracted automated system. It also allows the department to issue a conservation card as an electronic proof of permit. Collected fees are directed to a specific state appropriation account.

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