SB3156 - 104th General Assembly

FISH/HUNT-GOLD STAR FAMILY
Last Action
2/10/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Appropriations
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Neil Anderson
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
515 ILCS 5/20-45from Ch. 56, par. 20-45
520 ILCS 5/3.2from Ch. 61, par. 3.2
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Fish and Aquatic Life Code and the Wildlife Code. Provides that there is no fee for an annual or 3-year fishing license, sportsmen's combination license, or hunting license for resident Gold Star Family members. Directs the Department of Natural Resources to adopt rules establishing who qualifies for Gold Star Family member status and what constitutes suitable verification of that status. Effective immediately.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
2/02/2026 Senate Filed with Secretary by Sen. Neil Anderson
2/02/2026 Senate First Reading
2/02/2026 Senate Referred to Assignments
2/10/2026 Senate Assigned to Appropriations
3/13/2026 Senate Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026