Definitions

In this Act: (1) Bivalve The term bivalve means aquatic mollusks that have an external 2-part hinged shell containing a soft-bodied invertebrate, including clams, oysters, mussels, and scallops. (2) Indian Tribe The term Indian Tribe has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (3) Quahog (hard clam) The term quahog (hard clam) means the Northern quahog or hard clam, Mercenaria mercenaria, as well as the Southern quahog or Southern hard clam, Mercenaria campechiensis.