Extends DEC's crab management authority until 2027; prohibits horseshoe crab taking for commercial and biomedical purposes.

This bill extends the New York Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to regulate crab management until December 31, 2027. It prohibits the taking of horseshoe crabs for commercial and biomedical purposes, while allowing such taking for bona fide scientific or educational purposes. The regulations must be consistent with applicable fishery management plans.

Extends DEC's crab management authority until 2027; prohibits horseshoe crab taking for commercial and biomedical purposes.

This bill extends the New York Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to regulate crab management until December 31, 2027. It prohibits the taking of horseshoe crabs for commercial and biomedical purposes, while allowing such taking for bona fide scientific or educational purposes. The regulations must be consistent with applicable fishery management plans.