The bill establishes the Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force, which will be created by the commissioner of natural resources by September 1, 2025. The task force is tasked with developing scientifically sound recommendations for foraging regulations on state lands, aiming to balance ecological sustainability with public access to natural resources. It will consist of various members, including legislators, scientists, representatives from Indigenous communities, food safety experts, and conservation organizations, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives in its deliberations.

The task force will gather data on the impact of foraging, review existing regulations, and create guidelines that are informed by scientific evidence and cultural practices. It will also develop educational materials to promote sustainable foraging and propose a permitting model that allows foraging permits to be obtained through volunteerism. The task force is required to submit a report with its findings and recommendations by December 1, 2026, after which it will expire on September 1, 2026, or upon submission of the report, whichever comes later.