SF 2132 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Giant beaver designation as the state fossil

This bill designates the giant beaver (*Castoroides ohioensis*) as Minnesota's official state fossil. It requires the commissioner of natural resources to approve a photograph of the fossil, which must be preserved and displayed in the Office of the Secretary of State. The bill makes a ceremonial change to Minnesota Statutes, chapter 1, with no financial or regulatory impact on residents or businesses.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 3, 2025 Last action Apr 22, 2025
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Mar 3, 2025
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Referred to State and Local Government
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Mar 3, 2025
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Introduction and first reading
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