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MN HF4295

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joe McDonald

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Counties may adopt local ordinances allowing up to 24 chickens on any lot, regardless of lot size or zoning classification

  • The chicken allowance overrides setback requirements for animal feedlots under Minnesota Rules chapter 7020 and part 4725.4450

  • Amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 394.25, subdivision 3c, which governs feedlot zoning ordinances

  • Gives counties discretionary authority to permit backyard chickens without requiring compliance with standard feedlot regulations

Legislative Description

County authorized to approve up to 24 chickens on any lot by ordinance.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Elections Finance and Government Operations

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Elections Finance and Government Operations3/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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