Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 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 12, 2025 Meeting Minutes

IV.             Approval of the May 13, 2025 Meeting Agenda

V.               New Business

A.     To Receive a Presentation on Special Bait Dealer Permit Regulations- Rob Bourgeois, Biologist DCL-B, Permits Coordinator

B.     To Discuss Executive Order, “Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness”- Neal McMillian, Director of Federal Affairs, LA Department of Energy and Natural Resources

C.    To Discuss Passive Saltwater Gear Tending and Marking Requirements- LDWF

D.    To Request that LDWF Submit a Follow-Up Letter to the US Department of Agriculture Seeking Relief from the Regulations Governing Wild-Caught Catfish- FTF

VI.             Public Comment

VII.           To Hear Future Agenda Item Proposals

VIII.         Set Next Meeting Date and Location

IX.             Adjourn

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