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MN HF4785

MN HF4785
Use of unmanned aerial vehicles to assist in locating and recovering deceased big game authorized, and report required.


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Introduced
03/11/2024
In Committee
03/11/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to natural resources; authorizing the use of unmanned aerial vehicles to assist in locating and recovering deceased big game; requiring a report; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 97B.115.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to assist in locating and retrieving deceased big game animals, effective January 1, 2026. Currently, the law prohibits the use of computer-assisted remote hunting, but this bill amends that to allow UAV usage for the specific purpose of recovering deceased game. Additionally, the bill requires the Commissioner of Natural Resources to make findings and recommendations by January 1, 2025 on statutory and policy changes needed to facilitate the use of UAVs for this purpose, including licensure requirements, regulations for the UAVs and equipment, the potential need for an annual fee, and ensuring respect for affected property owners.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy (on 03/11/2024)

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