LD1253

An Act to Authorize the Commissioner of Marine Resources to Add Limited-access Area Fishing Days During the Scallop Season

Complete·5/27/25

Authorizes the Commissioner of Marine Resources to add limited-access area fishing days during the scallop season in Maine.

This bill allows the Commissioner of Marine Resources to establish up to limited-access area days during the scallop season if additional days are necessary due to lost fishing days from inclement weather or if the scallop population is sufficient. The commissioner can adopt rules on an emergency basis. This measure aims to counteract losses from lost fishing days and aid in scallop population management.

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Calendar

Apr 24, 2025

3:00 PM

Hearing

Apr 10, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

History

May 27, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.

May 27, 2025

House

Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

May 27, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.