Why antlered only for firearms license?

I know it's the law but why? It seems a little obselete since Director Hupfer is asking us on page one of the guide to take more antlerless deer. The next problem is we need to buy a firearms license to apply for a military hunt in August. If we are lucky enough to take a antlered deer in early archery, and don't get drawn for the military hunt, we are out $24. I know this isn't the complaint department, I just wanted to make sure I understand everything and that my logic is right.

Brian