AN ACT RELATING TO PARKS AND RECREATIONAL AREAS -- GENERAL PROVISIONS

HB 7916 permits individuals to collect wild mushrooms growing in state parks, recreational areas, and forests managed by the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) for personal use only. The bill requires the DEM director to create rules governing this activity, including restrictions to ensure it remains non-commercial. It explicitly states the state will not be liable for any incidents related to mushroom collection under these rules. This change applies to all public lands under DEM control, with rules to be established by the department.