Gov. Landry tosses proposal to increase tarpon regulation

By: Elise Plunk

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: June 25, 2026

Words: 558

Last Updated: 4 weeks ago

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This report was updated to include reaction to the veto from the Louisiana Wildlife Federation.

An attempt to bolster regulation and research for one of Louisiana’s most popular offshore sport fish species has been deep-sixed.

Gov. Jeff Landry has vetoed a bill that would designate the Atlantic tarpon as a saltwater game fish in Louisiana, against the wishes of wildlife advocates.

House Bill 688 by Rep. Joseph Orgeron, R-Cut Off, received unanimous …

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