(a) The department shall approve the source and number of shellfish taken for use as brood stock under this chapter.
(b) Where feasible, a permit holder shall first take shellfish from stocks native to the area in which the shellfish will be released.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Chapter 12. Shellfish Enhancement Projects
Sec. 16.12.010. Permits for shellfish enhancement projects.
Sec. 16.12.020. Hearings before permit issuance.
Sec. 16.12.030. Conditions of a permit.
Sec. 16.12.040. Alteration, suspension, or revocation of permit.
Sec. 16.12.050. Regulations relating to released shellfish.
Sec. 16.12.060. Department assistance and cooperation.
Sec. 16.12.070. Brood stock sources.
Sec. 16.12.080. Sale of shellfish; use of proceeds; quality and price.
Sec. 16.12.090. Cost recovery fisheries.
Sec. 16.12.100. Inspection by the department.