NOTICE
Modification to possession limits and/or seasons for marine species regulated under quota
1. Beginning 12:00AM on Sunday, October 9, 2022, the commercial possession limit for Black Sea Bass will be two hundred (200) pounds per vessel per day, until the next sub-period begins October 15, 2022 at fifty (50) pounds per vessel per day. For pilot aggregate program participants, this possession limit change corresponds to one thousand (1,000) pounds per vessel per week.
Possession limits are subject to modification throughout the year; it is the responsibility of the licensed fisherman to comply with possession limits and all such modifications. Current commercial possession limits can be found by calling (401) 423-1920, or visiting the Marine Fisheries webpage at http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/marine-fisheries/mfsizes.php.
Thank you
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