(FOX 2) - Legislation that would raise hunting and fishing license fees in Michigan cleared a house committee on Thursday amid a flurry of lawmaking in Lansing as the end of the year nears.

and those age 17 or older must have a valid Michigan fishing license. Fishing hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day of the season, which can go no later than Feb. 5 but will likely end much sooner.

Michigan's sturgeon fishing season canceled due to poor ice All anglers must register online in advance to participate and those older than 17 years old must have a valid fishing license.

Participants must register online by Jan. 31. Prior to registering, participants must have a current Michigan fishing license unless the angler is 16 years old or younger. Cell phone numbers are ...