Mississippi Department of Marine Resources Email Format
FisheriesMississippi, United States51-200 Employees
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) is a state agency responsible for managing and protecting Mississippi’s coastal and marine resources. It governs marine life, public trust wetlands, adjacent uplands, and waterfront areas to balance recreational, educational, commercial, and economic needs with environmental and social considerations, operating under the authority of the Commission on Marine Resources. The department administers various state and federal mandates related to seafood laws, coastal protection, water safety, pollution, and other maritime concerns, aiming to preserve resources for current and future generations. Based in Biloxi, Mississippi, MDMR serves the public sector and the broader community concerned with sustainable use and stewardship of marine environments. The agency was established in 1994 to formalize governance of Mississippi’s coastal resources and to oversee regulatory programs spanning environmental protection and resource management across the state’s maritime interests.