Finfish Task Force to Meet May 4

Finfish Task Force to Meet May 4
Monday, May 4, 2026, 10:00 AM
LDWF Headquarters
2000 Quail Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70898

AGENDA

I. Pledge of Allegiance

II. Roll Call and Introduction of Guests

III. Approval of the February 26, 2026 Meeting Minutes

IV. Approval of the May 4, 2026 Meeting Agenda

V. New Business

A.     To Discuss the Notice of Intent (NOI) Regarding Charter Fishing on WMAs – FTF

B.     To Discuss the Notice of Intent (NOI) Process and the Role of the Finfish Task Force - FTF

C.    To Discuss Requesting a Presentation/Workshop for Robert’s Rules of Order by LA Sea Grant – FTF

D.    To Discuss an Exemption for Red Drum Size Limits During Recreational Fishing Tournaments – FTF

E.     To Receive and Consider Requested Commercial Catfish Data Related to the 2017 Establishment of USDA Inspection Regulations - LDWF

VI. Public Comment

VII. To Hear Future Agenda Item Proposals

VIII. Set Next Meeting Date and Location

IX. Adjourn

The meeting will be held in compliance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law as defined by Louisiana R.S. 42:11, et seq. The public is invited to attend. To listen to the meeting via webinar, register here.

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