Open season for wolves required.

HF 782 requires Minnesota to establish an annual open season for wolf hunting after federal Endangered Species Act protections end. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 97B.645 to mandate that the commissioner set hunting seasons and restrictions with public comment, ensuring they align with the state's wolf management plan. It also requires annual consultation with the agriculture commissioner and USDA to review data on wolf conflicts with livestock and pets before setting season rules. This policy change directly affects wolf management practices and hunting regulations in Minnesota.