Natural resource entrance fees.
Natural resource entrance fees. Allows counties to adopt an ordinance to impose a surcharge of not more than $2 in addition to the fees charged by the department of natural resources (department) for entry into state parks and recreation areas. Requires the department to collect the surcharge and to report and pay the surcharge to each county treasurer. Provides that the revenue collected is to be used for purposes related to first responders.
HB1506 proposes allowing counties to add a surcharge of up to $2 on entrance fees for state parks and recreation areas. This surcharge would be on top of the existing fees set by the Department of Natural Resources. The money collected from this surcharge would go directly to each county treasurer and be used specifically for first responder-related expenses.
This bill would affect people who visit state parks and recreation areas, as they would see an additional charge of up to $2 per visit. The revenue from this surcharge would benefit county-level first responders, potentially improving services and equipment for these essential workers.
As of January 21, 2025, HB1506 has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources for further review. The bill was authored by Representative Lindsay Patterson. The key action so far has been its introduction and referral to the appropriate committee for review and potential action.