Maine Seafood Alliance, representing and advocating for all aspects of the Maine seafood industry.

Chapter 16.26 Receiving Shellfish

October 6, 2008

SOURCE: DMR

The proposed regulations in Chapter 16 would update the physical plant rules for certified shellfish dealers with regard to receiving shellfish at their permanent facility. These proposed regulations would provide for compliance and consistency with the federal National Shellfish Sanitation Program Model Ordinance under the federal Food and Drug Administration.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY: 12 M.R.S.A. §6856(4)
PUBLIC HEARING: October 15, 2008, 6:00 PM**, Department of Marine Resources, Large Conference Room, 200 McKown Point Road, West Boothbay Harbor
**The public hearing for the proposed rules in Chapter 7.70 will be held immediately upon the conclusion of the hearing for Chapter 16.27 Shellfish receiving. See separate rulemaking notice for rules not listed in this notice.
DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS: October 27, 2008
To ensure consideration, comments must include your name and the organization you represent, if any. Please be aware that any risk of non-delivery associated with submissions by fax or e-mail is on the sender.
AGENCY CONTACT PERSON: Bruce Chamberlain (207- 557-3557)