HB0005

Authorizes the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission to regulate commercially guided fishing boats and requires registration of boats, vehicles, and trailers operated by fishing outfitters and guides.

• Grants the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission authority to set limits on or otherwise regulate the number of commercially guided fishing boats allowed to launch into or use any river, lake, or section thereof in the state. (W.S. 23-3-206(a))
• Authorizes the commission to promulgate rules governing registration and tracking of commercially guided fishing boats, requiring public meetings in each county where rules apply. (W.S. 23-3-206(b))
• Requires registration and annual fee payment for each commercially guided fishing boat and associated vehicle or trailer operated by outfitters or professional fishing guides in regulated waters, with registration stickers to be displayed. (W.S. 23-3-206(b))
• Defines 'commercially guided fishing boat' as a boat operated by an outfitter or professional fishing guide to provide fishing guide services for financial gain. (W.S. 23-3-206(c)(i))
• Defines 'fishing guide services' as accompanying and providing assistance to persons for fishing purposes in exchange for hire or remuneration. (W.S. 23-3-206(c)(ii))
• Defines 'outfitter' and 'professional fishing guide' to include persons who advertise or hold themselves out for hire to provide fishing guide services for financial gain, excluding persons furnishing boats or equipment for exclusive personal temporary use. (W.S. 23-3-206(c)(iv))

Effective: July 1, 2025

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