I like the new regulations. They wont really affect me, as it was rare for me to keep a brown that would now fit in the protected slot. I do agree that enforcement is most important, especially in the beginning. The caney is a big river, but the segment that receives the most fishing pressure is really small, and is easily subject to that pressure and other factors, man-made and evironmental.
Though difficult to prove and determine the cause, I have noticed a drastic change in my catch numbers of mid size rainbows and browns for the past year or so, especially the rainbows. Regardless, TWRA relies on more than just anecdotal accounts, and I trust the new regs. could only have a positive impact.
Now, if they could only find a way to make the rockfish follow the new regulations...