An Act establishing a preference for the taking of fishery resources by residents for personal and family consumption; adding to the factors the Board of Fisheries may consider in allocating certain fishery resources; and providing for an effective date.

Summary

The bill changes state regulations so that residents have a fair and reasonable chance to take fish for their own households before sport or commercial anglers. It also requires the Board of Fisheries to consider new factors—such as historical use, participation levels, economic impact, and recreational value—when allocating fishery resources among personal, sport, guided sport, and commercial fisheries. The change takes effect immediately.

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