SF 243 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Open season for wolves requirement

This bill requires Minnesota's wildlife commissioner to establish an annual open season for wolf hunting only after wolves are delisted under the federal Endangered Species Act. Before federal delisting, no open season would be permitted. After delisting, the commissioner must set seasons based on public input and align them with the state's wolf management plan. The commissioner must also annually consult with agriculture officials and the USDA about wolf conflicts with livestock and pets.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 16, 2025 Last action Feb 20, 2025
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Jan 16, 2025
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Referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy
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Jan 16, 2025
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Introduction and first reading
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors

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