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HF 1333

Moose license lottery and auction required, moose research account established, fees established, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Van Binsbergen and 10 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill establishes moose license lottery and auction system, creates dedicated research account, sets fees, and appropriates funds for moose population management and research.

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Bill Summary · HF 1333

Legislative bill overview

HF 1333 establishes a lottery and auction system for moose hunting licenses in Minnesota while creating a dedicated moose research account. The bill sets specific fees for these licensing mechanisms and appropriates funding to support moose population research and management initiatives.

Why is this important

Moose populations and hunting opportunities are ecologically and economically significant in Minnesota, attracting hunters and supporting local economies. A dedicated research account and revised licensing approach could improve data collection on moose health and population trends, informing better wildlife management decisions. The lottery-auction hybrid system may also generate revenue for conservation while addressing demand for limited hunting permits.

Potential points of contention

  • Hunting access equity: Lottery versus auction systems create different barriers to entry—lotteries favor equal chance regardless of wealth, while auctions may price out lower-income hunters from premium licenses
  • Funding mechanisms: The specific fee levels and appropriation amounts aren't detailed in this summary, raising questions about whether costs will burden hunters or taxpayers
  • Research prioritization: Establishing a dedicated moose account may redirect resources from other wildlife species or conservation needs, depending on the funding source and amounts involved

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

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