October 4, 2020

Public Notice: Commercial Striped Bass Common Pool Hook and Line Fishery Modifications

PUBLIC NOTICE
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Fishing and Boating Services
Commercial Striped Bass Common Pool Hook and Line Fishery Modifications
Effective October 6, 2020


WHAT THIS NOTICE DOES

The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces modifications to the
commercial striped bass common pool hook and line fishery. Effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020:

● The season is open Oct. 6, 2020 through Oct. 7, 2020.
● The catch limit is 200 lbs/permittee/week and 400 lbs/vessel/day.
● The catch times remain one hour before sunrise through one hour before sunset.

WHY THIS IS NECESSARY

This action is necessary to implement the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Striped Bass.

WHO THIS NOTICE AFFECTS

This applies to all individuals who are permitted to participate in the commercial striped bass common pool hook and line fishery in the Chesapeake Bay.

AUTHORITY

Code of Maryland Regulations 08.02.15.12

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Fishing and Boating Services at 410-260-8293

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