License Affirmation Designed to Reinforce Minnesota’s Aquatic Invasive Species Laws

With the spread of invasive species still a primary concern, the Minnesota DNR is taking another step to make sure that people fully understand the state's aquatic invasive species laws.

The DNR has announced that Minnesota boaters and nonresident anglers renewing their licenses will now need to sign a card affirming they know the state’s aquatic invasive species laws.

Watercraft owners and nonresident anglers must read and sign the affirmation during their regular license renewal, then keep it with them, along with their license. The affirmation demonstrates understanding that Minnesota law requires license holders to:

• Clean aquatic plants and prohibited invasive species from watercraft.
• Drain lake or river water from all equipment and keep drain plugs out during transport.
• Dispose of unwanted bait in the trash, not in the water.

This does not mean that licenses need to be renewed earlier than usual and there will be no additional costs, it's just another way to make sure people realize the importance of the laws.

You can get details about the affirmation and other measures that support Minnesota’s aquatic invasive species laws by following the link below.