The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 604A.40, subdivision 1, to modify the definition of "agritourism activity" by explicitly including "off-road vehicle trails" as part of the activities that can be carried out on a farm or ranch for recreational, entertainment, charitable, or educational purposes. This change broadens the scope of agritourism activities to encompass a wider range of rural experiences available to the public. Additionally, the bill clarifies that an agritourism activity can occur regardless of whether participants pay to engage in it.

Furthermore, the bill introduces an effective date of August 1, 2026, stating that the changes will apply to causes of action that accrue on or after this date. This provision ensures that the new definitions and modifications to agritourism immunity will not take effect until the specified date, allowing for a transition period for stakeholders involved in agritourism activities.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 604A.40