Bill > S02193

This bill amends the New York State Environmental Conservation Law by modifying the definition of "immediate family" for commercial fishing license transfers. Specifically, the bill removes the requirement that immediate family members must be domiciled (living) in the same house as the license or permit holder. The updated definition of "immediate family" now includes spouse, sibling, parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, and all persons related by blood, marriage, or adoption to the license or permit holder, without the previous residential restriction. This change provides more flexibility for families in transferring commercial fishing licenses, potentially making it easier for family members to inherit or transfer these licenses regardless of their living arrangements. The bill will take effect immediately and apply to any licenses or permits reissued on or after the effective date.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2193