The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97B.667, subdivision 3, by repealing the prohibition on the human consumption of beavers that are killed under specific circumstances. Previously, the law stated that human consumption of a retained beaver was prohibited, but this restriction has been removed. The bill maintains the requirement for road authorities or government units to obtain a special beaver permit from a conservation officer before killing a beaver within two weeks of the trapping season, while also outlining the notification process following the killing of a beaver.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that a permit is not needed for licensed trappers during the open trapping season or when the trapping season is closed, provided it is not within the specified two-week window. The effective date of this amendment is set for the day following its final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 97B.667