Kansas Halts Senior Lifetime Fishing Licenses

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has ceased the sale of the Senior Lifetime Pass, a 10-year combination hunting and fishing license for residents aged 65 to 74, due to the expiration of the statute that authorized it. This pass, established in 2012, allowed seniors to fish and hunt at a reduced rate and eliminated the need for licenses after turning 75. Acting Secretary Christopher Kennedy confirmed that while the pass will no longer be sold, previously issued licenses remain valid and the department is considering options to provide further discounts for seniors. Annual senior licenses at reduced rates of $15 for both hunting and fishing, and $25 for a combined license, are still available. Licenses can be purchased online or at designated locations across the state. KDWP emphasizes that this decision was made in good faith based on the legal status of the licensing program.