R.I. Gen. Laws § 20-2-46 (2026)
Green crab harvest and license. [Effective January 1, 2026.]
Effective Jan 1, 2026History of Section. P.L. 2025, ch. 159, § 1, effective January 1, 2026; P.L. 2025, ch. 160, § 1, effective January 1, 2026.
- (a) Any person may take the aquatic invasive species commonly known as green crabs, more specifically known as the species carcinis maenas.
- (b) Rhode Island residents may be granted a commercial green crab license for a fee of ten dollars ($10.00) per season.
- (c) The director is hereby authorized to promulgate regulations for the commercial green crab license.
History of Section.
P.L. 2025, ch. 159, § 1, effective January 1, 2026; P.L. 2025, ch. 160, § 1, effective January 1, 2026.