Bill
H 919
Overview: H 919, An Act to protect and preserve the northern right whale and other resident endangered whale and sea turtle species, Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-
Overview: H 919, An Act to protect and preserve the northern right whale and other resident endangered whale and sea turtle species, Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1, Introduced: February 27, 2025, Classification: bill
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to implement new measures to protect the northern right whale and other endangered whale and sea turtle species that reside in the state's coastal waters.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes expanded seasonal restrictions on commercial fishing and boating activities in critical whale and sea turtle habitats
- Mandates the use of whale-safe fishing gear and technologies to reduce entanglement risks
- Increases penalties for violations that harm protected marine species
- Provides funding for enhanced monitoring and enforcement efforts
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Commercial fishermen, recreational boaters, and other maritime industries operating in state waters will be subject to the new restrictions and requirements
- Environmental groups and marine conservation advocates will benefit from stronger protections for endangered whale and sea turtle populations
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is scheduled for a public hearing on October 21, 2025
- If passed, the new regulations would take effect at the start of the next fishing season
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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