SB 6630 - DIGEST

Allows recreational motorized mineral prospecting only during the season established by the department of fish and wildlife in the gold and fish pamphlet.

Requires the department of fish and wildlife to: (1) Develop a recreational motorized mineral prospecting record card similar to the catch record card required for recreational fishing;

(2) Initiate and complete a scientific study that evaluates the effects of motorized mineral prospecting on native fish species and related habitat; and

(3) Convene a work group to: (a) Analyze the results of the literature review required to be completed by the department; (b) help guide the initiation of any new data collection; (c) receive other related information; and (d) formulate recommendations regarding the proper level of regulation or governmental oversight relating to motorized mineral prospecting.