Fishing; residents who are 65 or older not required to pay fee at any state park or wildlife management area.

HB 691 exempts Mississippi residents aged 65 or older from paying any entry or fishing fees at state parks or wildlife management areas. The bill directly affects seniors who use these public recreational spaces for fishing or park entry. It amends Mississippi Code Section 55-3-33 to remove fee requirements for this age group, maintaining existing fee structures for other visitors. The policy change takes effect July 1, 2026, though the bill died in committee before becoming law.