Increase in Out-of-State Hunting License Fees in Wisconsin

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill raising the cost of bow and crossbow deer hunting licenses for out-of-state residents in Wisconsin to generate additional revenue for the state's fish and wildlife account.

Key Points

  • Bill raises cost of licenses by $35 to $200
  • Expected to generate an additional $543,200 annually
  • Account faces $16 million deficit
  • Senate and Assembly both passed the bill unanimously

Pros

  • Additional revenue for the state's fish and wildlife account

Cons

  • Increased cost for out-of-state residents