Amends Section 7 of SL 2019-37, as amended, to extend moratorium on shellfish cultivation leases and water column leases through July 1, 2031 (was, July 1, 2026) for specified waters. Effective and applicable to leases submitted on or after June 30, 2026 and leases received but not granted as of July 1, 2019.
Appropriates $10,000 in nonrecurring funds for 2026-27 from the General Fund to the Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Marine Fisheries, for public education about the moratorium extension.
Effective July 1, 2026 except as otherwise provided.
Bill Summaries: H1113 EXTEND SHELLFISH LEASING MORATORIUM.
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Bill H 1113 (2025-2026)Summary date: Apr 29 2026 - View Summary
