Minnesota HF276 reduces fishing license fees for residents 65 years and older and transfers lost revenue to the game and fish fund.

Minnesota HF276 amends fishing license fees, reducing the cost for residents aged 65 and older. The bill specifies that the commissioner of management and budget must transfer the estimated lost revenue from the general fund to the game and fish fund annually. This change affects the fees for various fishing licenses, with seniors paying $15 for an annual fishing license instead of $25. The commissioner of natural resources must provide the number of licenses sold to seniors each year to calculate the lost revenue. The changes take effect July 1, 2025.

Minnesota HF276 reduces fishing license fees for residents 65 years and older and transfers lost revenue to the game and fish fund.

Minnesota HF276 amends fishing license fees, reducing the cost for residents aged 65 and older. The bill specifies that the commissioner of management and budget must transfer the estimated lost revenue from the general fund to the game and fish fund annually. This change affects the fees for various fishing licenses, with seniors paying $15 for an annual fishing license instead of $25. The commissioner of natural resources must provide the number of licenses sold to seniors each year to calculate the lost revenue. The changes take effect July 1, 2025.