AB 1987: Department-managed lands: wildlife areas: hunting.

This bill aims to improve the management and operation of department-managed lands, specifically for wildlife conservation and public use programs. The department can enter into contracts with non-profit organizations to manage these lands. The funds collected from leasing these lands for agricultural activities will be used to support the management and maintenance of department-managed lands. The department is required to provide an opportunity for licensed hunters to comment and make recommendations on public hunting programs. The topics to be discussed include habitat conditions in hunting areas, wetland floodplains, and other relevant issues. The revenues generated from waterfowl hunting reservation applications and passes will be deposited into a dedicated account for the operation and maintenance of type a and type b wildlife areas. These funds will be continuously appropriated t…