AK Hunt and Fish License increase II

[Dand]

I thought I'd repost this notice and include the online links for more info.

I got a call from a friend in the State asking what I thought of the plan, if I was aware of it and if I had commented. (I have commented.)

But the legislature is now in session and I think there is special interest in hearing from the users.  So get your comments in. I think there is a strong desire among many of those in power to see major resource development, like mines, oil, gas, timber etc. The Dept of Fish and Game seems to be getting put in the back seat (funding wise) by the current administration, and compared to many previous administrations.

So regardless of how you feel about these proposals, I encourage Alaskans to speak up and to attend their local Fish and Game advisory committee meetings if at all possible.

And contact the governor or your legislator as well at:
  http://w3.legis.state.ak.us/home.htm?


ADF&G License Fee Increase Information
  http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/special/license/license.php


This legislative session, ADF&G will seek an increase in sport fishing and hunting/trapping license fees in order to protect and enhance sport fishing and hunting opportunities in Alaska.
Below is information to help you understand the needs for increasing ADF&G license fees.

Sport Fish License Fee Increase Information:
- Sport Fishing License Fee Overview
    http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/special/license/sfoverview.php

- Sport Fishing License Fee Increase Proposal - (82kb PDF)
   http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/special/license/sfproposal.pdf

- Board of Fisheries Resolution Supporting License Fee Increases - (59kb PDF)
- Comparison of Sport Fishing License Fees Across the Nation - (44kb PDF)

Hunting and Trapping License Fee Increase Information:
- Hunting and Trapping License Fee Increase Overview
   http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/special/license/huntoverview.php
 
- Hunting and Trapping License Fee Increase Proposal - (10kb PDF)
   http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/special/license/huntproposal.pdf

- Board of Game Resolution Supporting license Fee Increases - (12kb PDF)
- Comparison of Hunting/Trapping License & Tag Fees in Western States and Provinces - (57kb PDF)

- Questions and Answers About Hunting & Trapping License Fee Increases - (84kb PDF)

Questions and Comments on the Proposed License Fee Increases:
- click here to email your questions or comments to ADF&G

  http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/special/license/huntq_and_a.pdf

[379 Peterbilt]

I could'nt find dates for when these said increases will be implemented for TAGS.  

For example, will this years fall moose tag (nonres) cost me $400 or $500?

I allready have my '05 hunting licence, but have yet to purchase my moose tag.

[Dand]

Like I said these rate changes are proposed and not final.  I believe the Legislature has to give the ok for the changes.  In the mean time now is the time for folks to speak up and give their opinions. This will give the administration and legislature more to go on, and to provide discussion points.  

Our legislature has a 120 day rule.  They are supposed to complete their business by early May.  Most stuff gets talked about, kicked around but rarely finalized until the last 20 days when compromises and horse trades are worked out in a last minute scramble.  

I suspect these increases, if adopted by the legislature and governor, would go into effect in Jan 2006 - I THINK.  Eyesore, your question would be a good one to post on the ADFG question comment site.

HTH -  realize my comments are my best guess, I may try to call ADFG Monday to find out.