Politics & Government
New Hunting Regulations Take Effect In Minnesota Aug. 1
The Department of Natural Resources said the state will move to a four-year rotational surveillance plan to combat chronic wasting disease.
July 29, 2026 / 6:44 AM CDT
Several new regulations for hunters are set to take effect in Minnesota Aug. 1.
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In addition to the already-launched new electronic licensing system, several changes are coming, particularly for deer hunters.
The Department of Natural Resources announced the state will move to a four-year rotational surveillance plan to combat chronic wasting disease. This year, hunters in southwestern Minnesota will be required to have all deer 1 year or older they kill during firearms opening weekend tested for the disease.
Find out what's happening in Across Minnesotafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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