Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: Amendment 25 to the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan; Atlantic Cod Stocks in Need of Conservation and Management
Summary
The federal government is proposing new rules to protect Atlantic cod populations in the Northeastern United States because these fish stocks are declining and need better management. The changes will likely affect commercial and recreational fishing in the region, and the public has until May 6, 2025 to share feedback before the rules become final.
Key Points
- 1NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) is proposing changes to fishing rules for Atlantic cod in the Northeast to help restore fish populations that have become depleted
- 2These new regulations could limit how many cod fishermen are allowed to catch, where they can fish, or when fishing seasons occur
- 3The changes affect commercial fishing businesses, recreational fishermen, and coastal communities that depend on the fishing industry for jobs and income
- 4People who fish or care about the fishing industry can submit written comments to the government until May 6, 2025 explaining whether they support or oppose the proposed changes
- 5The goal is to balance protecting Atlantic cod from overfishing while still allowing the fishing industry to operate
Key Dates
March 5, 2025
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