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LC 824

Revise laws related to aquatic invasive species

2025 Regular Session

Revises state laws on aquatic invasive species to strengthen prevention, detection, rapid response, and enforcement across waterways.

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 824

LC 824 — Revise laws related to aquatic invasive species

Overview

LC 824 is a draft bill introduced on November 5, 2024, aimed at revising state laws dealing with aquatic invasive species (AIS). The current status is “Draft Died in Process,” with no enacted version. The draft was assigned to a drafter and placed on hold shortly after introduction; by May 23, 2025, the draft had died in process.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill’s title indicates a broad revision of existing statutes governing aquatic invasive species.
  • Specific objectives are not provided in the available information, but such bills typically seek to improve prevention, detection, rapid response, enforcement, and coordination related to AIS.

Key Provisions (High-Level Possibilities)

Note: The exact text is not provided, so the following are common areas such AIS-related revisions tend to cover. The actual provisions may differ if a full bill text becomes available.

  • Prevention and Decontamination

    • Requirements for decontamination of boats, gear, and equipment before entering waterways.
    • Cleaning, draining, and drying protocols to prevent AIS spread.

  • Surveillance, Detection, and Rapid Response

    • Enhanced monitoring programs for AIS presence and reporting obligations for users and facilities.
    • Procedures for rapid response and containment when AIS are detected.

  • Regulatory Updates and Species Lists

    • Revisions to which species are listed as invasive and subject to control measures.
    • Adjustments to permitting or restrictions related to aquaculture, ballast water, or trade.

  • Prevention Infrastructure and Funding

    • Allocation of funds for AIS prevention, monitoring, and eradication efforts.
    • Authorization of grants or appropriations to state agencies, local governments, or recognized partners.

  • Enforcement and Penalties

    • Penalties for violations of AIS-related requirements.
    • Inspections, enforcement authorities, and procedural safeguards.

  • Coordination and Data Sharing

    • Interagency collaboration (e.g., Fish and Wildlife, natural resources, environmental protection) and data sharing protocols.
    • Public reporting mechanisms or educational outreach requirements.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Boaters, anglers, and other waterway users who must comply with AIS prevention and decontamination standards.
  • Aquaculture operators and commercial fishery activities subject to AIS controls.
  • State and local government agencies responsible for aquatic resource management.
  • Environmental and conservation organizations involved in AIS monitoring and response.

Procedural History and Status

  • Introduced: November 5, 2024
  • 2024-11-05: Drafter Assigned; Draft On Hold
  • 2025-05-23: Draft Died in Process
  • Status: The bill did not advance beyond the draft stage in this session.

Implications of the “Died in Process” Status

  • The bill, in its current form, is not moving toward enactment for the current legislative session.
  • To become law, a new or revised AIS-related bill would need to be reintroduced, receive committee consideration, and pass both chambers, if applicable.

Next Steps for Readers

  • To obtain the exact provisions, check the official legislative website for LC 824’s full text and any committee analyses.
  • Monitor for reintroduction or new AIS-related bills that may address the same policy areas.

If you’d like, I can format a more detailed comparison if the actual bill text becomes available.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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