February 3, 2017 — The first step was taken this week to increase the size limit for flounder in South Carolina’s waters. H 3665 General Bill was introduced into the South Carolina State House by Rep. Bill Hixon of District 83.
The new bill proposes to move the flounder size limit from the current 14 inches to 15 inches. The creel limit remains unchanged by this proposal (15 per angler, not to exceed 30 per boat).
The bill also does not mention any changes to gigging regulations.
Capt. Englis Glover of Murrells Inlet is in support of the new proposal.
“With the growing number of anglers targeting flounder on our water, it is a proactive movement to protect our fish for future generations,” said Glover, who also encourages others to reach out to their legislators for support of the bill.