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Introduced
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
In Committee
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to watercraft; reducing watercraft licensing fees; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 86B.415, subdivisions 1, 1a, 2, 3, 4, 5; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 86B.005, subdivision 11a.
AI Summary
This bill reduces the fees for watercraft licenses in Minnesota, with the changes taking effect on July 1, 2026. Specifically, it lowers the licensing fees for various types and sizes of watercraft, including those 19 feet or less in length, canoes, kayaks, sailboards, paddleboards, paddleboats, and rowing shells over ten feet, and larger watercraft over 19 feet. It also reduces the fee for watercraft over 19 feet used for hire with an operator, and for watercraft used by nonprofit organizations for teaching boat and water safety. Additionally, the fee for a dealer's license is decreased, and a specific definition related to "other commercial operation" for watercraft is repealed.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy (on 02/26/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3927/ |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/3927/versions/0/pdf/ |
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