The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission advanced a proposal that could cut Chesapeake Bay industrial menhaden harvests by up to 50%. The measure now heads to public comment, with a final vote expected in November and possible implementation in 2027.
Delaware is updating its recreational fishing regulations for bluefish by increasing daily possession limits for anglers. The changes are designed to benefit recreational anglers while keeping Delaware aligned with regional fisheries management plans.
New 2026 recreational fishing rules for black sea bass and summer flounder in Delaware and Maryland are creating confusion and concern as state and federal regulations do not match ahead of the season.
Delaware is hosting the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s 83rd Annual Meeting on Oct. 27 to Oct. 30. in Dewey Beach for potential changes to fisheries management plans affecting Delaware for striped bass, menhaden and horseshoe crabs.
Governor Matt Meyer’s office confirmed more than a dozen appointments to key state boards, commissions and agencies this month.
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will hold a public meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s horseshoe crab management plan on Thursday, March 27.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is changing the size limit for striped bass to a minimum size of 19 inches and a maximum size of 24 inches.
