The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97B.515, subdivision 2, to establish a requirement for an open season for moose during any year when there is also an open season for elk. This change aims to align the hunting seasons for these two species, ensuring that moose hunting is permitted in conjunction with elk hunting.

Specifically, the bill removes the previous provision that allowed the commissioner to prescribe an open season for moose without any restrictions related to the elk season. The new legal language mandates that an open season for moose can only be prescribed if there is an open season for elk in that same year, thereby creating a more coordinated approach to wildlife management in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 97B.515