Minnesota Chippewa Bands can set big game hunting seasons if the state does not, under 1854 treaty terms.

The bill allows Chippewa Bands in Minnesota to establish open seasons for big game hunting if the state commissioner does not do so, in line with the 1854 treaty. It also appropriates money for treaty area payments. Chippewa Bands identified in the statutes can set these seasons independently of the state. The bill amends the commissioner's duties to include actions necessary to fulfill the state's obligations under the Memorandum of Agreement.

Minnesota Chippewa Bands can set big game hunting seasons if the state does not, under 1854 treaty terms.

The bill allows Chippewa Bands in Minnesota to establish open seasons for big game hunting if the state commissioner does not do so, in line with the 1854 treaty. It also appropriates money for treaty area payments. Chippewa Bands identified in the statutes can set these seasons independently of the state. The bill amends the commissioner's duties to include actions necessary to fulfill the state's obligations under the Memorandum of Agreement.