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SF2762 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Veterans with 100 percent service-connected disability obtaining a license for a fish house, dark house, or shelter without paying a fee authorization provision

Related bill: HF2678

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to support veterans with a 100 percent service-connected disability by allowing them to obtain certain fishing-related licenses without having to pay a fee.

Main Provisions

  • Free Licenses for Disabled Veterans: This bill amends existing law to enable veterans with a 100 percent service-connected disability to receive licenses for using a fish house, dark house, or shelter free of charge.
  • Evidence Required: Veterans must provide satisfactory evidence of their disability status to apply for these licenses without a fee.
  • Proof of Status: A driver's license or Minnesota identification card with the appropriate designation will serve as proof of eligibility for the free license.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • The bill modifies Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97A.441, subdivision 5, to expand the types of free licenses available to qualifying disabled veterans, specifically including those for fish houses, dark houses, or shelters, in addition to permanent angling licenses.

Relevant Terms

  • Veterans Affairs
  • Service-connected disability
  • Fish house
  • Dark house
  • Fishing shelters

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toEnvironment, Climate, and Legacy

Citations

 
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        "Includes provisions for obtaining a license for a fish house dark house or shelter without a fee."
      ],
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      "summary": "This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97A.441, subdivision 5, regarding angling licenses for disabled veterans.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies evidence required for veterans to obtain licenses and the role of a driver's license or state ID in this process."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "97A.441"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
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  },
  {
    "analysis": {
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      "summary": "This section is referenced to clarify acceptable identification for obtaining a license under the amended statute.",
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    },
    "citation": "171.07"
  }
]

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