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S04289Introduced in the Senate

Extends DEC's authority to regulate management of crabs to 12/31/2027; prohibits the taking of horseshoe crabs for commercial and biomedical purposes.

Introduced

Introduced by Brad Hoylman-Sigal, District 47

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Official description

Extends DEC's authority to regulate management of crabs to 12/31/2027; prohibits the taking of horseshoe crabs for commercial and biomedical purposes.

Where it stands

SUBSTITUTED BY A4997

June 11, 2025

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Bill history

  1. REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

  2. 1ST REPORT CAL.1375

  3. 2ND REPORT CAL.

  4. ADVANCED TO THIRD READING

  5. SUBSTITUTED BY A4997

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