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LA SB257

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brach Myers

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the requirement that pompano strike net tags display the owner's social security number; tags will now only need to show the owner's name, address, and permit number

  • Eliminates the prohibition against the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issuing tags to persons who do not have a social security number

  • Applies to two categories of commercial fishing: pompano strike nets used for taking black drum, sheepshead, and flounder, and pompano strike nets used in the waters of Breton Islands and Chandeleur Islands

  • Amends R.S. 56:325.4(B)(4) and 406(A)(3)(e) regarding commercial fishing gear requirements

  • Effective August 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Removes the requirement that certain tags have the social security number of the tag holder. (8/1/26)

FISH/FISHING

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources2/26/2026

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