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I have enjoyed sportfishing here in CA most of my life. When my
daughter was young I would bring her and be able to spend quality
time on the water, away from todays internet screen time. I had
hopes of being able to bring my grandchildren out to do the same
thing. 

The technology to efficiently convert the sportfishing fleet to
meet the proposed regulations is not there yet. The few outfits
that may be able to bear the cost burden of this task AND that
currently have vessels capable of being retrofitted, would
effectively pass this cost along to the customers. Along with the
greater demand due to the limited supply of sportfishing crafts
that would remain in operation the average middle class person
would no longer be able to afford to enjoy this favorite California
activity.

This industry supports a large number of subsidiary businesses   
that would suffer and possibly go under. More tax revenue and
tourist loss for CA. 

In this day and age would passing more regulations that put more
law abiding businesses, out of business, while increasing the tax
burden on the remaining businesses really be a good idea in the
public eye. Political legislative middle ground is a must if you
would like continued public support.