Minnesota HF1012 mandates the Commissioner of Natural Resources to consider decommissioning certain off-highway vehicle trails, requires.

Minnesota HF1012 requires the Commissioner of Natural Resources to consider decommissioning roads or trails designated for off-highway vehicle use if there is evidence of significant environmental effects. The bill also mandates an environmental assessment worksheet for constructing or expanding off-highway vehicle trails, except for rerouting one mile or less of an existing trail. It appropriates funds for these requirements and mandates rulemaking. The bill aims to protect land, water quality, aquatic life, and wildlife from the effects of motorized recreational trails.

Minnesota HF1012 mandates the Commissioner of Natural Resources to consider decommissioning certain off-highway vehicle trails, requires.

Minnesota HF1012 requires the Commissioner of Natural Resources to consider decommissioning roads or trails designated for off-highway vehicle use if there is evidence of significant environmental effects. The bill also mandates an environmental assessment worksheet for constructing or expanding off-highway vehicle trails, except for rerouting one mile or less of an existing trail. It appropriates funds for these requirements and mandates rulemaking. The bill aims to protect land, water quality, aquatic life, and wildlife from the effects of motorized recreational trails.