FWSFinal Rule
Federal Subsistence Management Program: Transfer of Regulations
EnvironmentAgriculture
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Summary
This regulation transfers the management of subsistence hunting and fishing programs in Alaska from one federal agency to another. Subsistence hunting and fishing are traditional food-gathering activities that are especially important to Alaska Native communities, and this change affects how the federal government oversees these rights and practices.
Key Points
- 1The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is taking over responsibility for managing subsistence hunting and fishing rules in Alaska from the previous managing agency
- 2The change affects Alaska Natives and rural residents who rely on hunting and fishing for food and cultural practices
- 3The regulation establishes new procedures for how hunting and fishing seasons, bag limits, and hunting areas will be regulated going forward
- 4Alaska Native communities and the state of Alaska were involved in discussions about this transfer of authority
- 5The rule became effective on July 18, 2025, meaning the FWS began implementing these changes on that date
Key Dates
Published
July 18, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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