This bill proposes new regulations regarding the use, manufacture, and sale of lead tackle in Minnesota, specifically targeting jigs and sinkers. Under the new legal language, defined terms for "jig" and "sinker" are established, clarifying that a jig is a weighted hook and a sinker is a device designed to sink a fishing line. The bill prohibits the use of any sinker or jig containing lead if it weighs one ounce or less or measures 2-1/2 inches or less in length.

Additionally, the bill prohibits the manufacture and sale of lead-containing sinkers and jigs under the same weight and size restrictions. The effective date for these prohibitions is set for July 1, 2027. The bill aims to protect the environment and wildlife by reducing the use of lead in fishing tackle, which can have harmful effects on aquatic ecosystems.