The proposed bill amends Chapter 130 of the General Laws to prohibit the aquaculture of any species of octopus intended for human consumption. It introduces a new section, Section 107, which defines key terms such as "aquaculture," "octopus," and "wild-caught." The bill explicitly states that no individual or business entity may engage in the aquaculture of octopus for human consumption, nor may they sell, possess, or transport octopus that has been cultivated in this manner. Violators of this provision may face civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for each day the violation continues.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that individuals are still permitted to engage in the wild-capture of octopus for human consumption and that businesses can sell, possess, or transport wild-caught octopus. The division is granted the authority to adopt necessary rules and regulations to enforce this section, and it is specified that wild-caught octopus entering the commonwealth will be regulated under existing laws to ensure proper differentiation from aquaculture-raised products.