(a) The General Assembly finds that robust fishing resources are critical to the economy of the State and vital to a treasured heritage and way of life.
(b) The General Assembly intends that the Department shall manage the fisheries under § 4–215 of this subtitle to optimize the yield of fishery resources for the benefit of all citizens of the State.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 2 - Organization and Authority of Department Pertaining to Fish and Fisheries -- in General
Section 4-202 - Responsibility of Secretary -- in General
Section 4-204 - Department Advisory Commissions
Section 4-205 - General Powers, Duties, and Responsibilities of Department
Section 4-207 - Assent to Public Law 681, 81st Congress
Section 4-208 - State Fisheries Management and Protection Fund
Section 4-209 - Fisheries Research and Development Fund
Section 4-210 - Fishing Guides
Section 4-210.1 - Freshwater Fishing Guides
Section 4-210.2 - Maryland Provisional Chesapeake Bay Charter Boat Permit
Section 4-211 - Taxidermist and Fur-Tanning License
Section 4-212 - Scientific Collection Permits
Section 4-213 - Submerged Aquatic Vegetation -- Removal or Eradication
Section 4-215 - Fishery Management Plans
Section 4-215.1 - Closure of State Waters for Finfishing
Section 4-215.2 - Yellow Perch Conservation
Section 4-215.3 - Legislative Findings and Intent
Section 4-216 - Consolidated Senior Sport Fishing Licenses
Section 4-217 - Fishing Licenses -- Disability Exemption
Section 4-218 - Snapping Turtles -- Rules and Regulations
Section 4-220 - Recreational Fishing License
Section 4-222 - Mobile Locator Application -- Purpose -- Third Parties Authorized