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NY S06250

Bill

Status

Engrossed

6/16/2010

Primary Sponsor

Brian Foley

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Repeals Part LL of chapter 59 of the laws of 2009, which previously established recreational marine fishing licenses
  • Establishes a saltwater recreational fishing registry administered by the Department of Environmental Conservation for persons 16 years or older who fish in marine and coastal waters
  • Registry information includes registrant name, address, date of birth, telephone number, and a unique identification number that must be carried while fishing
  • Registration is free and available through online or toll-free telephonic systems; persons purchasing fishing licenses must be informed of saltwater registration requirements
  • Exempts minors under 16 and recreational passengers on licensed charter or party boats from registration requirements; registry must comply with federal Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act requirements

Legislative Description

Establishes a registration system for saltwater recreational fishing.

Last Action

referred to environmental conservation

6/16/2010

Committee Referrals

Environmental Conservation6/16/2010
Rules6/14/2010
Finance2/2/2010
Environmental Conservation1/6/2010
Rules10/28/2009

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