Tag: horseshoe crab protection
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New York State Updates HSC Laws
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/01/science/horseshoe-crab-protections-new-york.html NY Governor Hochul signs bill banning bait and medical catch of horseshoe crabs in New York’s waters. The legislation will bring a incremental reduction in horseshoe crab catch culminating in a total prohibition by 2029.
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MA DMF Meeting
Tonight’s MA DMF Meeting was held at Mass Maritime Academy in Buzzards Bay. Approximately 200 people were in attendance. Although it seemed the majority were in favor of the new regulations, there was a strong contingent of horseshoe crab fisherman at the meeting as well. Director of MA DMF Dan McKiernan opened the meeting sharing…