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SF 10

A bill for an act relating to special landowner turkey hunting licenses.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Lofgren

SF 10 allows landowners and tenants to obtain one free turkey hunting license annually, promoting hunting on farms and simplifying access to licenses.

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 148.
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Bill Summary · SF 10

Summary of SF 10 - Special Landowner Turkey Hunting Licenses

Bill Number: SF 10
Renumbered as: SF 148
Introduced: January 13, 2025
Status: Committee report approving bill
Subject Areas: Game Animals, Hunting, Landlord and Tenant, Turkeys

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of SF 10 is to amend existing regulations regarding the issuance of wild turkey hunting licenses to landowners and tenants. The bill aims to simplify the process for obtaining these licenses and expand the conditions under which they can be used, thereby promoting turkey hunting on agricultural lands.

Key Provisions

  • Annual License Issuance: The bill allows for the issuance of one free wild turkey hunting license annually to:

    • The owner of a farm unit or a member of the owner’s family (but not both).
    • The tenant of the farm unit or a member of the tenant’s family (but not both).

  • Validity of Licenses:

    • The licenses are valid only on the specific farm unit for which the application is made.
    • The licenses will be equivalent to the least restrictive license issued under section 481A.38.

  • Residency Requirement:

    • Neither the owner nor the tenant needs to reside on the farm unit to qualify for the free license.

  • Hunting Seasons:

    • The licenses can be used during any open bow or firearm turkey hunting season without the need to designate a specific season for use.
    • Each license authorizes the holder to harvest one wild turkey.

Impact

  • Who is Affected:

    • The bill primarily affects landowners and tenants of agricultural properties who engage in turkey hunting. It provides them with easier access to hunting licenses, promoting hunting activities on their lands.

  • Potential Benefits:

    • By allowing licenses to be used during any open season and removing residency requirements, the bill encourages more participation in turkey hunting, which can have ecological and economic benefits.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Timeline:
    • January 13, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Natural Resources and Environment committee.
    • January 14, 2025: Subcommittee formed to review the bill.
    • January 15, 2025: Subcommittee meeting held to discuss amendments.
    • January 16, 2025: Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
    • January 29, 2025: Committee report approving the bill, renumbered as SF 148.

This summary provides an overview of SF 10, highlighting its intent, key provisions, and the potential impact on landowners and tenants involved in turkey hunting.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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