NOAAFinal Rule
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Summary
This regulation from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updates rules for managing highly migratory fish species like tuna and sharks in U.S. waters. The changes aim to ensure these fish populations stay healthy and sustainable for both commercial fishing and conservation purposes.
Key Points
- 1Updates fishing regulations for large ocean fish species that migrate across wide areas, including tuna, swordfish, and certain shark species
- 2Affects commercial fishing operations and recreational fishermen who catch these species in U.S. ocean waters
- 3Establishes catch limits and fishing seasons to prevent overfishing and allow fish populations to recover
- 4Requires fishing vessels to follow new reporting and monitoring requirements to track what fish are being caught
- 5Implements international conservation standards to align with agreements between countries that share these ocean fish resources
Key Dates
Published
April 30, 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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