A277

Changes law regulating size limits of lobsters.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A277 amends lobster size limit regulations to apply only to lobsters caught in state marine waters.

New Jersey A277 modifies existing law to specify that any size limits on lobsters apply only to those caught in the state's marine waters. The Department of Environmental Protection is tasked with managing lobster fisheries and issuing annual reports on lobster status. This change aims to clarify the scope of lobster size regulations within the state.

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Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee