Connecticut Passes Law to Create State Saltwater Fishing License

Beginning June 15, 2009, Connecticut required all anglers to purchase a fishing license to fish in the state’s marine waters. The annual license fee will be $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Built into the legislation is reciprocity with adjoining states, including New York. New York’s saltwater fishing license becomes effective October 1, 2009, and will recognize Connecticut’s marine fishing licenses, but only within the borders of Long Island Sound. The license will help increase funding for fisheries conservation and provide valuable recreational saltwater angler data.