LA HCR5

Creates an exception to the current 27-inch maximum size limit for recreational red drum harvest by authorizing the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries secretary to issue special permits for "bull red" (oversized red drum) harvest at eligible fishing tournaments and rodeos.

Eligible events must meet three requirements: held regularly for five or more years, historically included a bull red category, and limited to four days or less once per year.

Current regulations prohibit taking or possessing red drum over 27 inches total length; these size limits were established to support stock recovery efforts.

The resolution directs the Office of the State Register to incorporate the new rule (LAC 76:VII.363(A)(4)) into the Louisiana Administrative Code.