NOAAProposed Rule
Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Gulf of Alaska; 2026 and 2027 Harvest Specifications for Groundfish
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Summary
The federal government is setting catch limits for fish like pollock, cod, and other groundfish in the Gulf of Alaska for 2026 and 2027. These limits determine how much commercial fishing boats can catch each year to keep fish populations healthy while allowing the fishing industry to continue operating.
Key Points
- 1NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) is proposing specific catch limits for groundfish species in Alaska's waters for the next two years
- 2The limits affect commercial fishing operations in the Gulf of Alaska and help prevent overfishing that could damage the ecosystem
- 3The public has until January 6, 2026 to submit comments on the proposed rules before they become final
- 4These regulations balance the needs of the fishing industry with the need to maintain healthy fish populations for the future
- 5The actual harvest numbers will be based on scientific assessments of how many fish are available and sustainable to catch
Key Dates
Published
December 16, 2025
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