Free angling, deer, and small game licenses provision for residents age 65 or over
This bill provides free fishing, deer hunting, and small game hunting licenses to Minnesota residents aged 65 or older. It amends state law to require license issuers to provide without fee: a permanent fishing license, and annual licenses for deer (using firearms or archery) and small game. Residents can use a valid driver's license or Minnesota ID as proof of age and residency at any license agent location. The bill directly affects eligible seniors by removing costs for these recreational hunting and fishing licenses. It is a straightforward policy change with no additional fees or complex requirements for affected residents.
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in committee
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2026
Last action Feb 26, 2026
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Feb 26, 2026
Committee
Referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy
upper
Feb 26, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Grant Hauschild
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
Co
Jen McEwen
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
Co
Rob Kupec
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
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