Bill
A 8654
Overview: Bill Number: A 8654, Title: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage American eel, Status: SIGNED CHAP.203, Introduced: May 22, 202
Overview: Bill Number: A 8654, Title: Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage American eel, Status: SIGNED CHAP.203, Introduced: May 22, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to extend the authority of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to manage and regulate the American eel population within the state's waters. The American eel is a unique and ecologically important species that has faced declining numbers in recent years.
Key Provisions:
- Extends the DEC's authority to manage the American eel population, including the ability to set catch limits, implement conservation measures, and enforce regulations
- Requires the DEC to develop and implement a comprehensive management plan for the American eel, in coordination with regional and federal agencies
- Authorizes the DEC to collect data and conduct research to better understand the status and needs of the American eel population
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The American eel population in New York's waterways will benefit from the continued management and conservation efforts by the DEC
- Commercial and recreational fishermen who target American eels may be subject to any new regulations or catch limits imposed by the DEC
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill has been signed into law, becoming Chapter 203 of the 2025 session. The new law will take effect immediately, granting the DEC the necessary authority to continue managing the American eel population in New York.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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