NY S04289

Extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to regulate crab management through December 31, 2027 (previously expired December 31, 2024)

Prohibits the taking of horseshoe crabs (Limulus sp.) from New York waters for commercial or biomedical purposes, effective January 1, 2026

Removes horseshoe crabs from the general crab management regulations, treating them separately with stricter protections

Creates an exception allowing horseshoe crab collection for bona fide scientific or educational purposes, including public or not-for-profit zoos and aquaria

Eliminates the commercial permit requirement specifically for horseshoe crabs, as their harvest becomes prohibited rather than regulated