Extends the authority of the department of environmental conservation to manage whelk and conch

This bill extends the Department of Environmental Conservation's authority to manage whelk and conch fisheries until December 31, 2029. It allows the department to set regulations for these species, such as size limits, catch restrictions, closed seasons, and permit requirements, while ensuring these rules align with federal and regional fishery management plans. The law takes effect immediately and applies to anyone involved in the taking, possession, or sale of whelk and conch within the state's jurisdiction.