Relates to commercial food fish licenses

This bill establishes a fixed cap on the number of commercial food fish and crab licenses available to residents and non-residents, preventing the total number of permits from increasing beyond a specific baseline calculated in 2017. For the years 2026 through 2029, it prioritizes renewing existing licenses for current license holders while limiting new licenses to individuals who meet strict eligibility requirements, such as demonstrating at least $15,000 in annual fishing income or completing a formal apprenticeship. The legislation also restricts new crab and lobster permits to only those who already held a permit in the previous year, effectively freezing the total number of active participants in these fisheries. Additionally, the law includes provisions to prioritize applicants who have completed apprenticeships and ensures that veterans and LGBT veterans are not automatically disqualified based on their military service history.