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NY S09681

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/20/2024

Primary Sponsor

Monica Martinez

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to regulate commercial Jonah crab catch limits until December 31, 2026 (previously set to expire December 31, 2024).

  • Allows the department to set catch limits for commercial crab permit holders and New York commercial lobster license holders through regulatory action.

  • Requires any regulations to comply with fishery management plans adopted by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and the Federal Fishery Conservation and Management Act.

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Extends provisions related to the regulation of the amount of Jonah crabs that may be taken for an additional two years.

Last Action

SUBSTITUTED BY A10278

5/30/2024

Committee Referrals

Rules5/28/2024
Environmental Conservation5/20/2024

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