Directs the North Carolina Collaboratory to conduct a study on shellfish aquaculture regulation. Specifies that the study should consider nine topics, including the effectiveness of existing regulations, best practices from other states, lifting or modifying moratoriums, conflicts between existing operations and tourism, and environmental and regulatory considerations. Requires the Collaboratory to consult with the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries, the Marine Fisheries Commission, and other stakeholders to produce the report.
Requires the Collaboratory to submit an interim report to the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources no later than December 1, 2025, with a final report and legislative or regulatory changes by May 1, 2026.
SHELLFISH LEASING STUDY.
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AN ACT TO REQUIRE A STATEWIDE STUDY ON SHELLFISH AQUACULTURE LEASING AND CURRENT MORATORIUMS ON SHELLFISH LEASING.Intro. by Carson Smith.
Status: Ref to the Com on Wildlife Resources, if favorable, Agriculture and Environment, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (House action) (Apr 10 2025)
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Bill H 841 (2025-2026)Summary date: Apr 9 2025 - View Summary
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