WILDLIFE & FISHERIES: Establishes a red drum tag program (OR INCREASE SD RV See Note)

HB 604 would establish a voluntary tag program allowing recreational anglers to purchase a $25 tag (in addition to regular fishing fees) to legally harvest red drum (a type of fish) exceeding 27 inches in length. The program would be managed by Louisiana's Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, with tag availability and fees adjusted based on fish population health in specific areas. Proceeds from the $25 tag fee would cover program administration and fund the Marine Finfish Stock Enhancement Fund, which supports fish population conservation. The bill is currently pending review by the Natural Resources and Environment Committee and has not yet been enacted.