Term limits establishment for public members of the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council
SF 3935 establishes an 8-year term limit for public members of Minnesota's Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council, effective July 1, 2026. This bill directly affects the 8 public members (appointed by the governor, Senate Subcommittee, and House Speaker) who currently serve four-year terms without term restrictions. The key provision prohibits public members from serving more than eight years total, with a possible six-month extension only to fill a vacancy. Existing service before July 2026 counts toward this limit. The bill does not change the council's composition, appointment process, or requirements for public members' expertise in habitat conservation.
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in committee
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 26, 2026
Last action Feb 26, 2026
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Feb 26, 2026
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Referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy
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Feb 26, 2026
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Introduction and first reading
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Andrew Lang
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