The original instrument was prepared by Alan Miller. The following digest, which
does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by McHenry
Lee.
DIGEST
SB 77 Reengrossed 2017 Regular Session Lambert
Present law prohibits the taking of shad and skipjack during the closed season and on weekends of
the open season.
Proposed law allows the taking of shad during the closed season and on weekends of the open season
with a shad gill net for bait purposes only and with the following limitations:
(1)The shad gill net shall not exceed 150 feet in length.
(2)No more than 50 pounds of shad shall be taken per day.
(3)The gill net shall be attended at all times.
Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Amends R.S. 56:322.2(D))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Senate Floor Amendments to bill
1. Changes the effective date.