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AL HB194
Bill
Status
4/11/2013
Primary Sponsor
Lynn Greer
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AI Summary
HB194 Summary
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Repeals the prohibition on fishing with gill nets, trammel nets, or similar nets in the Tennessee River and its tributaries within Alabama.
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Maintains the existing ban on gill net fishing in waters impounded by Jordan Dam, Lay Dam, Mitchell Dam, and Martin Dam.
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Removes penalties for violation in the Tennessee River, which previously included fines of $250-$500 and up to six months county jail time.
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Becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.
Legislative Description
Fishing, gill net fishing in Tennessee River, prohibition repealed, Sec. 9-11-88 am'd.
Conservation and Natural Resources Department
Last Action
Pending third reading on day 25 Favorable from Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry
4/24/2013