HF276 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Fishing license fees reduced for persons 65 years of age and older, and money transferred.

Related bill: SF428

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The bill presented aims to reduce fishing license fees for Minnesota residents who are 65 years of age and older. It specifies that the price for an angling license for these seniors will be lowered to $15. Additionally, to counterbalance the financial impact of these reduced fees on the state's Game and Fish Fund, the bill includes a mechanism where the Commissioner of Management and Budget will annually transfer funds from the general fund to the Game and Fish Fund. This transfer amount will be calculated based on the number of discounted licenses sold to seniors and the price difference from the standard fee. This measure is designed to maintain the funding required for managing the state's game and fish resources while providing financial relief to older anglers.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 09, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEnvironment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
February 12, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
February 25, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 09, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added