Bill > A08428

This bill extends the existing authority of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to regulate fishing in the state's waters. Specifically, the bill amends Section 11-1303 of the environmental conservation law to extend the department's power to set open seasons, size and catch limits, and determine the manner of taking fish from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2028. The DEC will continue to have the ability to establish these regulations for all fish species in state waters, with exceptions for certain marine fish and regulations already specified in Article 13 of the environmental conservation law. This extension allows the DEC to maintain flexible management of fisheries, ensuring that fishing activities can be controlled and adjusted based on scientific data, conservation needs, and environmental conditions. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8428