The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97B.515, subdivision 2, to establish a requirement for an open season for moose in 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 only during years when elk hunting is also allowed.

Specifically, the bill removes the previous provision that allowed the commissioner to prescribe an open season for moose without any restrictions related to elk hunting. Instead, it mandates that an open season for moose can only be set if there is an existing open season for elk, thereby creating a more coordinated approach to wildlife management in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 97B.515