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Originally Posted by pectoralfin
Proposed changes are: fluke- 28% reduction, scup- 10% reduction, and Black Sea bass- no change.
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Going to be really interesting to see how these Fluke reductions are going to play out in our regulations. Fluke are probably the most sought after fish in our waters and tourism and I would think have the most economic impact on all the various businesses that rely on this recreational fishery in our state. We might have a very important fight on our hands here just like we did back in 2017 so stay tuned as this unfolds.
Seabass status quo defies all logic and has for the last 4 or 5 years. It's a crime that we can't get some liberalization since this fishery has been rebuilt as a result of the tighter regulations we all suffered through. Seems to me if you suffer at some point with regulations to restore the fishery you should be rewarded when things get better. Apparently not so with Seabass...
As far as Scup, not too concerned on that end since it's not like we have people and businesses that focus and rely on them.
Thoughts, opinions??
