NOAAFinal Rule

Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone off Alaska: Recreational Fishing for Chinook Salmon in the Cook Inlet Exclusive Economic Zone Area

EnvironmentAgriculture

Summary

This federal rule sets new guidelines for people who want to fish for Chinook salmon in the waters off Alaska's Cook Inlet. The regulation establishes catch limits, seasons, and fishing methods to protect salmon populations while allowing recreational fishing to continue.

Key Points

  • 1The rule applies to recreational fishers in Cook Inlet's Exclusive Economic Zone, which is federal ocean territory off the Alaska coast
  • 2It establishes specific limits on how many Chinook salmon individuals can catch and when fishing is allowed
  • 3The regulation is designed to balance allowing people to fish for recreation while preventing overfishing that could harm salmon populations
  • 4The rule was developed by NOAA, the federal agency responsible for managing ocean fisheries and marine resources

Key Dates

Published

April 17, 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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