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MD HB1249
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jay Jacobs
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AI Summary
- Department of Natural Resources regulations must establish a pilot program authorizing electrofishing for catching blue catfish in Maryland's tidal waters.
- Finfish trotlines of up to 2,400 feet in length are authorized, with no limit on the number of hooks used and non-corrodible hooks permitted.
- Department of Agriculture must report to the General Assembly by September 1, 2025 on needs and best practices for collecting, processing, marketing, and financing blue catfish harvesting.
- Commercial blue and flathead catfish finfish trotline license costs $15 annually, runs September 1 through August 31, and does not require a separate tidal fish license.
- Designated as an emergency bill requiring three-fifths vote in both houses, taking effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Natural Resources - Blue Catfish - Population Control
Rules and Regulations
Last Action
Hearing 2/28 at 1:00 p.m.
2/7/2025
Committee Referrals
Environment and Transportation2/7/2025
Full Bill Text
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