Iowa DNR Seeking Public Comments on Proposed Changes to Fishing Regulations
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The
Iowa Department of Natural Resources is considering presenting a
proposal to the 2013 legislature which would change Iowa code related to
re-defining the definition of bait and to limit an angler when trolling
and bait casting to one hook on each of the trolling spoons or
artificial baits when used on one line.
The
proposal to re-define the definition of bait would specifically
identify what types of bait an angler may use. Included in this
definition is a clear recognition of what live fish may be used as
bait. The proposed definition will continue to allow anglers to use the
baits that are now most commonly used. However, according to the
proposed definition an angler would no longer be allow to use any fish
for bait that is caught on a hook and line.
Inconsistency
was found in Iowa code language in determining the legality of the
Alabama rig, also known as an Umbrella rig. The proposal to limit an
angler when trolling and bait casting to one hook on each of the
trolling spoons or artificial baits when used on one line will correct
the inconsistency in code and clearly make the Alabama rig illegal.
The
DNR will be accepting comments on the proposal until July 31, 2012.
Three meetings have been scheduled to obtain public comment. Written comments can be sent to Martin Konrad, Iowa DNR Fisheries Bureau, Wallace State Office Building, 502 E. 9th St., Des Moines, IA 50319-0034, by email to martin.konrad@dnr.iowa.gov or fax at 515-281-6794. Persons who wish to convey their views orally should contact the Fisheries Bureau at 515-281-6976 or at the Bureau offices on the fourth floor of the Wallace State Office Building.
At
the public meetings, persons may present their views either orally or
in writing. Participants will be asked to give their names and addresses
for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of the
amendments.
Any
persons who intend to attend the public hearing and have special needs,
such as those related to hearing or mobility impairments, should
contact the DNR and advise of specific needs.
Comments
received during the commenting period will be used by the DNR to
determine if this proposal should be presented to the 2013 legislature.
Public meetings:
July 24, 2012 at 5:00 PM
Linn Co. Conservation Board
Wickiup Hill Learning Center
102260 Morris Hills Road
Toddville, IA 52341
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July 27, 2012 at 1:00 PM
4th Floor West Conference Room
Wallace State Office Building
502 E. 9th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
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July 30, 2012 at 3:00 PM
Dickinson County Expo Center
1600 15th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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