Record #:

6893

Author(s):

Gautschi, Eric

Abstract:

Will Morgan, executive director of the North Carolina chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association, worked with the North Carolina General Assembly to help pass legislation creating a saltwater fishing license. The issue, which had been debated for over a decade, passed in 2004. North Carolina was the only state between Texas and Delaware that did not have this license. The license is a user fee and costs $15 annually or $1 for a seven-day permit. Fees will be used for marine projects and scholarships for students pursuing marine science degrees.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 24 Issue 11, Nov 2004, p22, il

Subject(s):

Fisheries--Laws and legislation; Fish and game licenses; Saltwater fishing