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HI HB606
Bill
Status
1/26/2015
Primary Sponsor
Cindy Evans
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 10-year moratorium on taking aquarium fish from state waters, effective until June 30, 2025, prohibiting commercial and recreational collection.
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Defines "aquarium fish" to include saltwater fish, freshwater nongame fish, and other aquatic life intended for captivity as pets, scientific study, public exhibition, or sale.
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Prohibits the issuance of new aquarium fish permits during the moratorium period, amending existing permit authorization statutes.
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Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to provide assistance, training, and employment services through the dislocated workers program to workers whose primary income derives from taking aquarium fish.
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Takes effect upon approval and does not affect rights, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before the effective date.
Legislative Description
Aquarium Fish; Moratorium; Dislocated Workers Program
Last Action
Carried over to 2016 Regular Session.
12/17/2015