Bill > HF1531

This bill removes the expiration date for allowing the use of crossbows for hunting and fishing in Minnesota. Previously, the law, specifically Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, section 97B.037, had a provision stating that the allowance for crossbow hunting and fishing would expire on June 30, 2026. This bill amends that section to remove that expiration date, making the allowance permanent, and specifies that this change takes effect the day after the bill is officially enacted into law. This means that individuals will continue to be permitted to hunt deer, bear, turkey, common carp, or native rough fish with a crossbow during their respective regular archery seasons, provided they meet all other licensing and equipment requirements, without a future sunset date for this privilege.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1531&ssn=0&y=2025