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Bill would let veterans with PGA program credentials avoid cart fees at state parks
Summary
House Bill 436 would allow veterans who complete a 6–8 week PGA‑affiliated program to receive a PGA card that covers average golf‑cart rental costs at state parks (players would still pay green fees); the committee passed the bill and moved it to consent.
Representative Tom Smith told the committee HB436 was sparked by a PGA of America–affiliated program that offers veterans a 6–8 week training opportunity; participants who complete the program would receive a PGA card. "What we're allowing them to do...is be able to go to our state parks and not play for free...we're covering that cost" for golf‑cart rental, Smith said, noting cart rental averages about $20 per seat per round.
The measure is limited in scope to covering cart rental costs rather than waiving all fees. The bill was moved, received a favorable report, and the committee placed HB436 on consent for floor consideration.
What happens next: HB436 moves to the chamber floor with the committee recommendation.
