Bill > S0337

This bill amends South Carolina state law regarding blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) fishing regulations by modifying daily possession limits in different waterways. Specifically, the bill changes the daily possession limit to seventy-five blue catfish in all state waterways except Lake Marion, Lake Moultrie, and the upper reach of the Santee River, where the limit remains at twenty-five blue catfish per day. Additionally, the bill maintains a statewide restriction that anglers can possess no more than two blue catfish larger than thirty-two inches in length per day across all state waters, including the Congaree and Wateree rivers. These changes aim to regulate blue catfish fishing to potentially protect fish populations and ensure sustainable recreational fishing. The new regulations will take effect immediately upon approval by the Governor, providing clear guidelines for anglers about how many and what size of blue catfish they can catch and keep in South Carolina's waters.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0337&session=126&summary=B