HB 2819-S.E - DIGEST

(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

     Declares that it being the policy of this state to encourage the development and expansion of shellfish farming within the state and to promote the development of a diverse shellfish farming industry, the legislature finds that the uncertainty surrounding reversionary clauses contained in Bush act and Callow act deeds is interfering with this policy.

     Finds that uncertainty of the grant of rights for clam and other shellfish culture as contained in chapter 166, Laws of 1919 must be fully and finally resolved.

     Declares it is not the intent of this act to impair any vested rights or current shellfish aquaculture activities to which holders of Bush act and Callow act lands are entitled.