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MN HF4001

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike Wiener

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Removes the June 30, 2026 expiration date on the law allowing crossbow use during regular archery seasons for deer, bear, turkey, common carp, and native rough fish
  • Makes permanent the authorization for crossbow hunting and fishing that was previously set to sunset
  • Crossbow users must still hold valid licenses for the respective game and comply with existing transportation and equipment requirements
  • Effective the day following final enactment

Legislative Description

Sunset on authority to use a crossbow to take deer, bear, turkey, common carp, or native rough fish during archery seasons repealed.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Natural Resources Finance & Policy3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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