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MN HF1184

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/13/2017

Primary Sponsor

Bob Vogel

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th Legislature 2017-2018

AI Summary

  • Allows Minnesota residents who are veterans 70 years of age or older to obtain hunting and fishing licenses without paying a fee.

  • Licenses issued under this provision cover big game, small game, and fish hunting and angling.

  • Veterans must be defined according to Minnesota Statutes section 197.447 and be at least 70 years old to qualify.

  • Amends Minnesota Statutes 2016, section 97A.441 by adding subdivision 11 regarding hunting and angling privileges for seniors.

  • License issuers are required to issue these free licenses to eligible veterans upon request.

Legislative Description

Veterans age 70 or older allowed to hunt and fish for free.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Veterans Affairs Division

2/13/2017

Committee Referrals

Veterans Affairs2/13/2017

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