The exemption already exists. They will be continuing to use it. Here is the language:

2271. (a) No live aquatic plant or animal may be imported into this
state without the prior written approval of the department pursuant
to regulations adopted by the commission. A written application for
the importation, submitted in conformance with the procedural
requirements established by the commission, is deemed approved where
it has not been denied within 60 days.
(b) This section does not apply to the following plants or animals
unless the plants or animals are or may be placed in waters of the
state:
(1) Mollusks.
(2) Crustaceans.
(3) Ornamental marine or freshwater plants and animals that are not utilized for human consumption or bait purposes and are
maintained in closed systems for personal, pet industry, or hobby
purposes.
(c) The section does not apply to any live aquatic plant or animal
imported by a registered aquaculturist.

NOTE #3 above

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