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2003 SESSION
HB 2239 Haul seine nets.
Introduced by: Albert C. Pollard, Jr. | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles | history
SUMMARY AS PASSED:
Haul seine nets. Changes the definition of a haul seine net. The current definition is ambiguous and has resulted in confusion in the proper setting and use of the gear. It has also forced haul seiners to work in shallow waters where submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) beds are located. Changing the definition will allow the Virginia Marine Resources Commission to prepare a haul seine fishery management plan that recognizes a more appropriate use of the gear, which will minimize the impact of the net on the SAV beds.
SUMMARY AS PASSED HOUSE:
Haul seine nets. Changes the definition of a haul seine net. The current definition is ambiguous and has resulted in confusion in the proper setting and use of the gear. It has also forced haul seiners to work in shallow waters where submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) beds are located. Changing the definition will allow the Virginia Marine Resources Commission to prepare a haul seine fishery management plan that recognizes a more appropriate use of the gear, which will minimize the impact of the net on the SAV beds.
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Haul seine nets. Changes the definition of a haul seine net. The current definition is ambiguous and has resulted in confusion in the proper setting and use of the gear. It has also forced haul seiners to work in shallow waters where submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) beds are located. Changing the definition will allow the Virginia Marine Resources Commission to prepare a haul seine fishery management plan that recognizes a more appropriate use of the gear, which will minimize the impact of the net on the SAV beds.