Maryland SB559 establishes a recreational fishery data collection program for striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay and coastal waters.

Maryland SB559 mandates that individuals fishing for finfish in the Chesapeake Bay, its tributaries, and State waters of the Atlantic Ocean and coastal bays must obtain a Chesapeake Bay and coastal sport fishing license or registration. The bill requires every licensed person to submit any required reports to the Department of Natural Resources. Specifically, every person who catches striped bass under a Chesapeake Bay and coastal sport fishing license or registration must report the catch to the Department.

Maryland SB559 establishes a recreational fishery data collection program for striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay and coastal waters.

Maryland SB559 mandates that individuals fishing for finfish in the Chesapeake Bay, its tributaries, and State waters of the Atlantic Ocean and coastal bays must obtain a Chesapeake Bay and coastal sport fishing license or registration. The bill requires every licensed person to submit any required reports to the Department of Natural Resources. Specifically, every person who catches striped bass under a Chesapeake Bay and coastal sport fishing license or registration must report the catch to the Department.