This bill addresses the management and environmental impact of off-highway vehicle (OHV) use on state lands in Minnesota. It requires the commissioner of natural resources to consider decommissioning roads or trails designated for OHV use if there is substantial evidence of significant environmental effects, supported by petitions from local residents or government entities. The bill also mandates that an environmental assessment worksheet be prepared for the construction or expansion of OHV trails, with specific exceptions, and establishes new planning requirements for state or grant-in-aid trails, including consultation with local authorities.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to clarify the use of OHVs on state and county-administered lands, prohibiting their use in certain environmentally sensitive areas, such as near public waters and on lands infested with noxious weeds. It repeals outdated provisions and includes appropriations for implementation. The effective dates for various sections of the bill are specified, with some provisions taking effect immediately and others on August 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 84.777