NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Atka Mackerel in the Bering Sea Subarea and Eastern Aleutian District of the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Management Area
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Summary
This federal regulation sets rules for fishing Atka mackerel, a small fish found in the waters off Alaska near the Bering Sea. The rules help manage how much of this fish can be caught to prevent overfishing and protect the ocean ecosystem that depends on it.
Key Points
- 1Establishes catch limits for Atka mackerel in specific ocean areas off Alaska to prevent overfishing
- 2Applies to commercial fishing companies and vessels operating in federal waters of the Bering Sea
- 3Helps protect the fish population so it can continue to reproduce and sustain future fishing
- 4Part of broader efforts to balance fishing industry needs with long-term ocean health
- 5Enforced by NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), the federal agency that manages U.S. ocean resources
Key Dates
Published
October 14, 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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