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The Department of Marine Resources announces proposed rulemaking:
Brief Summary: This regulation proposes expanding the special hook and release season/area and the waters seasonally closed to the use of bait regulations on striped bass from May 1 to June 30 to the Saco and Presumpscot rivers. This is intended to reduce mortality of Atlantic striped bass in Maine territorial waters in recognition of the current overfished status of the stock. The proposed rule also provides an exemption for for-hire operators and crew to fillet legal striped bass dockside provided specific criteria are met.
Public Hearings: Two public meetings have been scheduled. Meeting information and links are available on the DMR Upcoming Meetings webpage and below.
- Monday, March 3, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.: Hybrid Hearing - DMR Conference Room 118, 32 Blossom Lane, Augusta and Join remotely via Microsoft Teams
- Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.: In-person Hearing - Yarmouth Town Hall Community Room, 200 Maine Street, Yarmouth
Please note: these hearings will follow the public hearing on proposed rulemaking Chapter 34 Groundfish - Halibut. The start time may be delayed if the Chapter 34 hearing runs over. The same meeting link will be used for both hearings to avoid any confusion.
If either hearing is cancelled due to inclement weather, an alternative hearing will be held on March 6 at 4:00 p.m. in the DMR Conference Room 118, 32 Blossom Lane, Augusta and remotely via Microsoft Teams
Comment Deadline: March 17, 2025
How to comment:
1. Send an email to: [email protected]
2. Mail a written letter to: Deirdre Gilbert, 21 State House Station, Augusta Maine 04333-0021
3. Fax your letter to 207-624-6024
4. Attend the public hearings in person or remotely to offer oral testimony on the proposed rulemaking.
Any questions related to the proposed rulemaking and the striped bass fishery, please contact Corrin Flora at [email protected] or 207-446-8126.
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