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NY S08823
Bill
Status
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Peter Harckham
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AI Summary
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Extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's regulatory authority over crab management from December 31, 2027 to December 31, 2029, including authority to set size limits, catch limits, seasons, permits, and gear restrictions
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Establishes a phased reduction of the commercial horseshoe crab quota: 75% of the 2025 quota in 2026, 50% in 2027, and 25% in 2028
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Delays the effective date of provisions prohibiting the taking of horseshoe crabs for commercial and biomedical purposes from January 1, 2026 to January 1, 2029
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Requires all crab regulations to be consistent with Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission fishery management plans and the Federal Fishery Conservation and Management Act
Legislative Description
Extends DEC's authority to regulate management of crabs; authorizes the department of environmental conservation to take any actions necessary to ensure any quota limiting the taking of horseshoe crabs does not exceed certain thresholds.
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.83
2/13/2026