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Gubernatorial Candidate Demuth Announces Fishing Plan

By Derek Sidian May 7, 2026 | 11:14 AM

St. Paul, MN – Republican gubernatorial candidate and Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth is unveiling a new fishing affordability proposal ahead of this weekend’s fishing opener.

Demuth says her plan would eliminate fishing license fees for Minnesotans under 21 and for seniors, while also creating a discounted $100 lifetime fishing license for children aged three and younger.

Current lifetime licenses for young children cost more than $300. Demuth’s campaign says fishing contributes roughly $4.4 billion annually to Minnesota’s economy.

Meanwhile, Governor Tim Walz is scheduled to host his annual fishing opener event this weekend in Stillwater.

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