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SF3384 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Notice of entry for noxious weed inspections requirement

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to modify the procedures for accessing private property during noxious weed inspections in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

  • The bill requires noxious weed inspectors or county-designated employees to notify property owners before entering their private land for inspections.
  • This notice must be provided to the property owner via mail prior to the inspection.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • Previously, inspectors or designated employees could enter private land without the owner's consent and were not required to provide prior notice.
  • The amendment introduces a new requirement for written notice, enhancing privacy and homeowner rights while still allowing inspections to occur.

Relevant Terms

noxious weeds, property owner notification, private land access, inspection procedures, trespass prevention

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 21, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 21, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 21, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toAgriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development

Citations

 
[
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requirement for inspectors to notify property owners via mail before entering private land."
      ],
      "removed": [
        ""
      ],
      "summary": "This bill modifies the requirement for noxious weed inspections under section 18.79, subdivision 3.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarification on notification procedure for entry upon land."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "18.79",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 3"
  }
]

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