Allows emergency importation of minnows for bait supply in Minnesota without a permit.

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to allow minnow dealers, retailers, and private fish hatchery license holders to import minnows from other states without a permit when they cannot meet demand from local sources. Importers must notify the commissioner within 48 hours and allow inspections to verify the quantity, source, species, and health of the minnows. This measure ensures an adequate bait supply for fishing in Minnesota.

Allows emergency importation of minnows for bait supply in Minnesota without a permit.

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to allow minnow dealers, retailers, and private fish hatchery license holders to import minnows from other states without a permit when they cannot meet demand from local sources. Importers must notify the commissioner within 48 hours and allow inspections to verify the quantity, source, species, and health of the minnows. This measure ensures an adequate bait supply for fishing in Minnesota.