summary
Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Fishing license, jubilees exempted
AI Summary
This bill exempts individuals from needing a fishing license to fish or take fish and shellfish from waters in Alabama's Mobile Bay during a natural occurrence known as a "jubilee". This is a phenomenon where low-oxygen water moves towards the shore, forcing fish and shellfish to the surface in an attempt to respire. However, the exemption does not apply to regulations regarding the number and size of fish and shellfish that may be taken during a jubilee event. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Currently Indefinitely Postponed (on 05/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| Fiscal Note - Introduced | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2025RS/FiscalNotes/FN-16SG3L3-1.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2025RS/HB55-int.pdf |
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