Application Form - Cooperative Multi-State Possession Program for Summer Flounder and Black Sea Bass - Rhode Island

Application Form - Cooperative Multi-State Possession Program for Summer Flounder and Black Sea Bass is a legal document that was released by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - a government authority operating within Rhode Island.

FAQ

Q: What is the Cooperative Multi-State Possession Program?
A: The Cooperative Multi-State Possession Program is a program for the management of summer flounder and black sea bass fisheries in Rhode Island.

Q: What species are included in the program?
A: The program includes summer flounder and black sea bass.

Q: What is the purpose of the program?
A: The program aims to manage and sustain the summer flounder and black sea bass fisheries in Rhode Island.

Q: Who is eligible to participate in the program?
A: Commercial fishermen who possess Rhode Island state commercial fishing licenses are eligible to participate.

Q: How does the program work?
A: Under the program, participating fishermen can possess and land summer flounder and black sea bass caught in Rhode Island and adjacent states without being subject to Rhode Island possession limits.

Q: Are there any requirements for participating in the program?
A: Yes, participants must comply with all other applicable state and federal fishing regulations.

Q: How can I apply for the program?
A: To apply, you must submit an application form to the Rhode Island Division of Fish and Wildlife.

Q: Can recreational fishermen participate in the program?
A: No, the program is only open to commercial fishermen with Rhode Island state commercial fishing licenses.

Q: Is there a deadline for submitting the application?
A: The program has specific deadlines for application submission, which are announced by the Rhode Island Division of Fish and Wildlife.