§ 20-4.1-3 - Prohibition on the taking of menhaden.
SECTION 20-4.1-3
§ 20-4.1-3 Prohibition on the taking ofmenhaden. – (a) The taking of menhaden for reduction purposes (fish meal) is prohibited inRhode Island and all state waters. A vessel will be considered in the reduction(fish meal) business if any portion of the vessel's catch is sold for reductionpurposes.
(2) The director of environmental management shall have thepower to make emergency rules regarding this prohibition to protect the publichealth and safety from an unexpected hazard or risk. The marine fisheriescouncil shall be notified of all emergency rules on or before their effectivedate.
(b) These restrictions shall in no way prevent the taking ofmenhaden by purse seine for bait, chum, or purposes other than fish mealreduction.