I've hunted in 12 states and parts of Canada with tags. I agree they are not a burden. But just because a state adds the cost of the tags onto license does not mean they are free. In order for Alabama to have free tags, the cost of license could NOT change and the state eat the whole cost of the tag from printing to administration cost. IF the cost goes up, not only are the license buyers paying for the cost of their tags but also the cost of the tags of us non-license buyers. License = Tax. I'll never ask for more taxes. YOU WILL PAY FOR TAGS...just like every other state.