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RA 9379 (The Handline Fishing Law) Section 3

RA 9379 (The Handline Fishing Law) Section 3

Definition of Terms.

Section 3

SEC. 3. Definition of Terms. - For purposes of this Act, the following terms and phrases shall mean as follows: Handline Fishing- a traditional fishing method that uses the hook and line, a passive fishing gear with a single vertical line carrying one hook and used by simply dropping the line into the water and waiting for the fish to bite. Handline Fishing Boat- a fishing boat with or without outrigger and with or without auxiliary small boats on board that exclusively utilizes the handline fishing method.

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Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).

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