Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to restrict the taking of fish, shellfish and crustacea in special management.
The bill extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to restrict the taking of fish, shellfish, and crustacea in special management areas. This authority allows the department to adopt regulations until December 31, 2029, that can restrict the manner of taking and the landing of these aquatic species in designated areas. The regulations must be consistent with relevant federal and interstate fisheries management plans and the marine fisheries conservation and management policy.
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