Extends DEC's authority to regulate management of crabs; ensures horseshoe crab quotas do not exceed certain thresholds.
This bill extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to regulate the management of crabs, excluding horseshoe crabs. It authorizes the department to set regulations for crab management, including size limits, catch limits, and seasonal restrictions. The bill also mandates that the department ensure any quota limiting the taking of horseshoe crabs does not exceed specific thresholds in 2026, 2027, and 2028.
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