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ME LD1352
Bill
Status
4/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
William Faulkingham
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the scallop fishery apprentice program from being conducted through a lottery, with the Department of Marine Resources required to adopt replacement rules by October 1, 2026
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New entrants may only obtain a hand fishing scallop license or scallop dragging license upon termination of an existing license under the limited entry system
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Requires the Department of Marine Resources to adopt rules by January 1, 2026 giving all license holders equal access to limited access scallop fishing areas during the same period, eliminating rotational access
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Sets the apprentice scallop dragging license fee at $250, with fees deposited into the Scallop Research Fund
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Apprentice program allows Maine residents 18 years or older to engage in scallop dragging under supervision of a licensed harvester
Legislative Description
An Act to Amend Provisions Regarding the Scallop Fishery License Apprentice Program, Licensing and Limited Access Areas
Shellfish
Last Action
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
4/30/2025