The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97B.318, subdivision 1, to allow the use of straight-wall cartridge ammunition for deer hunting statewide during the regular firearms season. Previously, the law permitted only legal shotguns loaded with single-slug shotgun shells and legal muzzle-loading long guns in the shotgun use area. The amendment expands the types of legal firearms that can be used in this area, thereby increasing the options available to hunters.

The specific legal language deleted from the current law is the phrase "and" before the mention of muzzle-loading long guns, which is replaced with the insertion of "and other legal firearms loaded with straight-wall cartridge ammunition." This change reflects a broader acceptance of different types of firearms for deer hunting, aiming to enhance hunting opportunities while maintaining regulations within designated areas.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 97B.318