The legislative bill SF No 741 proposes an amendment to Minnesota's existing laws on hunting. The main points of the bill are:

1. It continues to prohibit remotely controlled hunting, where weapons can be used to hunt animals without the hunter being physically present.

2. Starting from January 1, 2027, individuals who have a remote pilot certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration will be allowed to use small unmanned aircraft (drones) to locate deceased big game animals to aid in their retrieval.

3. The bill requires that by January 1, 2026, the Commissioner of Natural Resources, along with stakeholders, will prepare and present recommendations regarding the use of drones for finding deceased big game. These recommendations will address various aspects including drone licensing, insurance requirements, equipment regulations, respect for property owners, and potential fees associated with drone use for this purpose.

The purpose of the bill is to utilize technology for efficient retrieval of hunted game while maintaining the integrity and regulations of the hunting laws.