Prohibits the importation of live bait fish and provides penalties for failure to comply with such prohibition

This bill prohibits importing live bait fish (as defined in state law) for use in inland fishing within New York. It directly affects individuals or businesses importing live fish for bait, such as anglers or bait shops. Violators face a class A misdemeanor charge and fines of up to $20 per illegally possessed fish. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment.