I would hope they allow this discussion as it directly pertains to the fish that we can keep in our ponds. I think that we can keep any disagreements civil as well. I certainly understand your concerns but believe that some sort of compromise is possible. Our neighboring states allow tilapia and I haven't heard much about any problems that they are having. After reading the regulations, the only way to make them more stringent would be to totally ban possession by everyone. I fail to see that as anything that would be useful. I fully expect that if the legislature does make some provision as I requested, there would be some restrictions and requirements that I would have to meet.