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Here is a more "clearer" set of defining laws that supports exactly what I have stated!

Please read what is stated under the "Magnuon Act" (law). .I know that you will probably want to twist it around to prove your point, but you need to fully understand what is meant in (B) and (C).

Under (B), you will notice that this applied to what is stated in (A). Both food fish and "recreation opportunities" are superceded and defined by what is stated in (B)

(B)…. is prescribed as such on the basis of "the maximum sustainable yield" from the fishery" It doesn't mater if it was the recreational fishery or commercial fishery! That's just the way the law works! You may not agree or like it, but that's just the way the law works

"(A)" overs the issues

"(B)" defines the issues!

And (C) tells us that; "in the case of an overfished fishery" what must be done.

And; (28) The term "optimum", with respect to the yield from a fishery, means the amount of fish which-- is self explanatory!

http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/magact/mag1.html#s2

edit: see #104-297

(28) The term "optimum", with respect to the yield from a fishery, means the amount of fish which--

(A) will provide the greatest overall benefit to the Nation, particularly with respect to food production and recreational opportunities, and taking into account the protection of marine ecosystems;

(B) is prescribed as such on the basis of the maximum sustainable yield from the fishery, as reduced by any relevant economic, social, or ecological factor; and

(C) in the case of an overfished fishery, provides for rebuilding to a level consistent with producing the maximum sustainable yield in such fishery

If you read what is stated in paragraph #2, you may get a better understanding of what is meant when they said; "… the department shall seek to maintain the economic well-being and stability of the fishing industry in the state."

"fishing industry" is the keys words! Recreational "fishing" is part of the "fishing industry!

Do I need to say more?


Cowlitzfisherman