NH HB1833

Creates a new nonresident special tuna license allowing non-residents to take, possess, land, or transport tuna for sale when participating in tuna tournaments in New Hampshire waters

License is limited to vessel operators registered in tournaments sponsored by nonprofit associations that have existed for at least one year, with only one license allowed per person per eligible tournament per calendar year

License is valid for only 10 days from the tournament start date and does not permit taking any other marine species for sale

Requires a $15 surcharge per license deposited into the derelict fishing gear and coastal cleanup fund, with exemption available for those demonstrating participation in a coastal cleanup program

Violations result in a violation charge for individuals or misdemeanor for other persons, with confiscation and sale of catch, proceeds going to the NH Fish and Game Department; effective date January 1, 2027