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| Description | The purpose of this chapter is to reduce snagging and towing injuries and mortalities to finfish in Virginia waters and to preserve the public safety by prohibiting the practice of snagging fish. |
| State Authority | § 28.2-201 |
| Federal Authority | None entered |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation | None entered |
| Meetings |
| Name / Title: | Zachary Widgeon / Director of Communications |
| Address: |
380 Fenwick Road Building 96 Fort Monroe, VA 23651 |
| Email Address: | Zachary.Widgeon@mrc.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (757)414-0713 FAX: (757)247-2002 TDD: ()- |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
To allow recreational anglers to snag Atlantic menhaden and mullet species in the Mugel genus.
|
Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/01/2024. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 11/29/2022 Filed | Pending | |