Proposal would set $5 base fees for veterans’ lifetime fur licenses

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources would charge a $5 base fee, plus any processing fee, for eligible veterans’ lifetime fur harvester licenses. Eligible veterans must live in Iowa, have served in the U.S. armed forces on federal active duty, and have become disabled during military service. Applicants must be entitled to a federal disability rating for a disability connected to military service. The fee provision would take effect upon enactment.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources would refund the portion of eligible license payments above $7. Refunds would cover Iowa residents issued lifetime fur harvester licenses under the 2025 law for veterans who served on federal active duty and became disabled during military service. The resident must have paid more than $7 in total fees for the license. The department would have to issue refunds within 30 days of enactment.