[Rimarinefisheries] Possession Limit Change - Bluefish to 500 lbs/week on 3/26

[rimarinefisheries at listserve.ri.gov]

NOTICE

Modification to possession limits and/or seasons for marine
species regulated under quota

This notice is issued in accordance with the provisions of Section 20-1-12.1 of the Rhode Island General Laws entitled "Modification of possession limits and seasons for marine species managed under quota."

This modification is as follows:


1.     Effective 12:00AM on Sunday, March 26, 2017, the commercial possession limit for Bluefish will be 500 pounds per vessel per week.

Possession limits are subject to modification throughout the year; it is the responsibility of the licensed fisherman to comply with possession limits and all such modifications.  Current commercial possession limits can be found by calling (401) 423-1920, or visiting the Marine Fisheries webpage at http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/fish-wildlife/marine-fisheries/mfsizes.php.

Thank you

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