I don't think they're all fishing and the ones that are sure aren't posting anything.
I will be wading the maumee and catching some of those eyes you're reffering to. I know one thing, there are not near as many females taken from the river as there were 20 years ago. Snagged fish numbers are way down also.
Don't know what to tell you about the different state regs other than do what I do. Get online and buy a license and then get in your truck and head to Ohio! Fish On!!!