132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
		LD 2054		LR 2632(05)
	An Act to Clarify the Laws Regarding Moose Hunting Permits for Hunting Outfitters
	Fiscal Note for Senate Amendment " " to Committee Amendment "A"
	Sponsor: Sen. Baldacci of Penobscot
	Fiscal Note Required: Yes
Fiscal Note
Current biennium revenue decrease - Other Special Revenue Funds
Fiscal Detail and Notes
	This amendment repeals the provisions of law governing permits issued to hunting outfitters, including provisions directing the use of proceeds from those permits to support youth conservation education programs and to be deposited in the Moose Research and Management Fund (MRMF). The amendment establishes a new permit structure for moose hunting lodges, retains a permit fee, but does not include provisions directing the distribution of proceeds to support youth conservation education programs or to be deposited in the Moose Research and Management Fund (MRMF).
	As a result, Other Special Revenue Funds revenue previously associated with those statutory distributions may no longer be realized or may be reduced. The extent of any impact will depend on permit issuance and program implementation and cannot be determined at this time.