Purpose of the Bill

The bill is designed to create an outdoor recreation license plate endorsement system that allows vehicles to access state parks and recreation areas in Minnesota. The aim is to simplify access for visitors while potentially generating additional revenue for park maintenance and improvements.

Main Provisions

• Outdoor Recreation Endorsement Sticker: This sticker can be affixed to a vehicle's license plate, allowing entry into state parks, recreation areas, and any state wayside over 50 acres.
• State Park Permit Requirements: Vehicles entering these locations without an endorsement sticker will need a state park permit. This permit is typically placed on the vehicle's windshield and must be clearly visible.
• Fee and Public Information: The bill outlines that fees will be associated with these stickers and permits, and provisions will be made for public access to information regarding these fees and the proper use of the endorsement.
• Enforcement and Compliance: Vehicle owners and lessees are responsible for ensuring their vehicle has the necessary permit. Failure to comply could result in warnings and citations issued by the commissioner.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Amendments to Current Legislation: The bill proposes updates to several Minnesota Statutes to integrate the new outdoor recreation endorsement system into existing legal frameworks, including adjustments to sections related to vehicle registration and park permit requirements.
• New Regulations: Proposed new laws would be added to the Minnesota Statutes in chapters related to motor vehicles and state parks, establishing the legal basis for this new type of vehicle access.

Relevant Terms

• Outdoor recreation license plate
• State parks access
• Vehicle endorsement sticker
• State parks permit
• Minnesota Statutes
• Park and recreation fees
• Vehicle registration
• Compliance and enforcement