HB 886·LA·house
FISHING/COMMERCIAL: Provides for reporting and data collection for commercial menhaden fishing
Signed into LawFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Joe Orgeron (R)
Latest Action
Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 444.
May 29, 2026
Summary
HB 886 establishes rules for monthly data collection on commercial menhaden catches, replacing a prior exemption in state law. It applies to commercial menhaden fishermen, requiring them to submit regular reports. The change is intended to improve state monitoring of the menhaden fishery.
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