creating a special license for non-resident vessel operators participating in tuna tournaments.
What changed between versions
License validity changed from '10 days from the starting date of the eligible tuna tournament' to 'the dates of the eligible tuna tournament, not to exceed 10 days.' This means the license now aligns with the actual tournament schedule rather than running a fixed 10-day period that could extend beyond the event.
The surcharge on each license was changed from a fixed $15 to a range of 'not more than $25, nor less than $10,' giving the executive director discretion to set the exact amount within that band. The surcharge still goes to the derelict fishing gear and coastal cleanup fund.
The fiscal note was replaced from a simple statement of under $10,000 total impact to a detailed table showing indeterminable revenue, estimated Fish and Game system costs of $15,000-$25,000 in FY 2027, and indeterminable criminal penalty-related costs.
