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Gear MENews deskSeptember 1, 2026
Maine’s painted-lead jig use ban is now in force on inland water
As of Sept. 1, 2026, using small painted lead jigs on Maine inland waters is illegal. Sale of those jigs was already banned. Coastal water is a different rule.
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GearNews deskApril 29, 2026
EU moves to phase out sales of lead sinkers and lures — use still legal for now
EU member states adopted a REACH sales restriction on lead fishing tackle. Recreational use is not banned. Wires and drop-in sinkers go first.
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