Authorizes use of certain fish pumps to remove menhaden from purse seines.

Summary

The bill changes state law so that licensed vessels can use capsule or centrifugal wet pumps—rather than only brailing or dip nets—to remove menhaden from purse‑seine nets. The pumps must discharge below the vessel’s waterline to limit surface‑water aeration. The change is intended to improve safety, reduce fish‑kill risk, and lessen conflicts between commercial and recreational fishers.

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