Bill > SF3384

This bill modifies the existing Minnesota law regarding noxious weed inspections by adding a new requirement for inspectors or county-designated employees to notify property owners by mail before entering private land for weed inspection purposes. Previously, inspectors could enter private land without the owner's consent and without risk of trespassing or damage claims. The new provision maintains the inspector's right to access land for administering and enforcing noxious weed regulations (sections 18.76 to 18.91), but now mandates a formal notification process via mail to the property owner before entering the property. This change aims to improve communication and transparency between government inspectors and landowners during noxious weed inspections, while still preserving the government's ability to conduct necessary agricultural and environmental monitoring.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3384&ssn=0&y=2025