Senate Bill No. 99, introduced by Senator Lambert, amends the existing regulations regarding possession limits for recreational saltwater finfish in Louisiana. The bill specifically adds red snapper to the list of species for which the possession limit is three times the daily take limit when caught south of U.S. Highway 90. This provision is contingent upon the fisherman holding a valid recreational fishing license and presenting a landing receipt from a public boat launch, demonstrating that they have been actively fishing or at a remote camp accessible only by water for two or more days.

In addition to the new inclusion of red snapper, the bill retains existing regulations that require the fish to be kept whole or gutted in separate bags for each species, with specific labeling requirements. The fish must remain in the possession of the individual who caught them, and no fisherman is allowed to actively fish while possessing more than the daily take limit. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action has lapsed.

Statutes affected:
SB99 Original: 56:1(A)(4)