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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to further regulate the processing of lobsters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill amends a section of Massachusetts law to further regulate the processing of lobsters. The key provisions allow for the on-shore processing of live lobsters of legal length into frozen, shell-on lobster parts or tails for wholesale dealers, as well as the importation of unfrozen shell-on lobster parts or tails for further processing. The processed frozen or unfrozen lobster tails must weigh at least 3 ounces and be properly labeled in accordance with federal and state laws. Additionally, the bill establishes that mutilation of a lobster affecting its measurement is prima facie evidence that the lobster is shorter than the required legal length.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2540 (on 02/18/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S509 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S509.pdf |
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