Establishes the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage Atlantic bonito and false albacore
This bill grants the Department of Environmental Conservation the authority to create and enforce management rules for Atlantic bonito and false albacore fisheries. It allows the department to set regulations on fishing seasons, size limits, catch restrictions, gear requirements, and other fishing practices until December 31, 2029. These rules must align with existing state laws and comply with federal and regional fishery management plans. The legislation affects commercial and recreational fishermen targeting these species and gives the department flexibility to adjust management measures as needed.
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Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 13, 2026
Last action Jun 3, 2026
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Mar 13, 2026
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Pete Harckham
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Leroy Comrie
DDemocratic
Co
Siela Bynoe
DDemocratic
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