MN HF2945

Creates a product stewardship program for architectural paint requiring producers to establish collection and recycling systems funded by a stewardship assessment added to purchase prices beginning January 1, 2014

Establishes wolf hunting and trapping licenses at $50 for residents and $230 for nonresidents with a dedicated wolf management and monitoring account, and permits general permits for wolf taking under commissioner rules

Increases hunting, fishing, and trapping license fees across multiple categories; raises watercraft surcharge from $5 to $10-$25 depending on watercraft type; establishes new three-year angling license and 72-hour hunting options

Modifies age requirements and eligibility for hunting and fishing licenses, including allowing nonresidents ages 16-17 to hunt small game at resident rates and raising age thresholds for various youth hunting programs

Authorizes general permits for environmental activities (water use, public waters work, aquatic plant control) and establishes permit notification fees of $100 for general permit applications