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LA HB757
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Vincent Cox
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AI Summary
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Prohibits knowingly authorizing, directing, or controlling vessels or agents involved in commercial menhaden harvesting within areas designated by the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries under LAC 76:VII.307
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Imposes strict liability with escalating fines: $50,000 for first violation, $75,000 for second, $100,000 for third, and $250,000 for fourth or subsequent violations
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Requires license revocation after the first offense: up to 30 days for second violation, up to 365 days for third violation, and permanent revocation for fourth or subsequent violations
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License revocations require notice and opportunity for an administrative hearing before taking effect
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Defines "person" broadly to include individuals, corporations, LLCs, partnerships, trusts, and other entities
Legislative Description
Provides relative to the taking of menhaden
FISHING/COMMERCIAL
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environment.
3/9/2026