The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 97C.395, to establish a continuous open season for taking largemouth and smallmouth bass. This change allows anglers to fish for these species year-round, in addition to other fish such as sunfish, crappies, and channel catfish, which already have a continuous open season.

Specifically, the bill modifies the existing legal language by removing the specified open season dates for largemouth and smallmouth bass and inserting provisions for a continuous season for these species. This amendment aims to enhance fishing opportunities for anglers in Minnesota while ensuring the management of fish populations remains effective.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 97C.395