HF625
Shotgun zone for taking deer eliminated, and report required.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF2524
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes to eliminate a specific area in Minnesota where only shotguns and certain other firearms are allowed during deer hunting season. With this change, all legal firearms would be permitted for deer hunting across the entire state. The bill also mandates that by December 1, 2028, the commissioner of natural resources must submit a report assessing the impact of this change on deer hunting and deer populations. Additionally, it repeals existing statutes that define the boundaries and rules of the now-eliminated shotgun-only hunting area.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 13, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy |
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