NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: Atlantic Bluefish Fishery; Quota Transfer From New Jersey to North Carolina
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Summary
This regulation allows New Jersey to transfer some of its allowed Atlantic bluefish catch to North Carolina, letting one state catch fewer bluefish while the other catches more. This type of quota adjustment helps fishing communities adapt to where fish populations are actually located and can be more efficiently caught.
Key Points
- 1New Jersey is giving North Carolina a portion of its annual bluefish fishing quota (the amount allowed to be caught)
- 2This quota transfer helps balance fishing opportunities between the two states based on where bluefish are currently available
- 3Commercial and recreational fishers in North Carolina will have more bluefish they're allowed to catch, while New Jersey fishers will have less
- 4The total amount of bluefish caught along the northeastern coast stays the same; this just redistributes which state can catch what amount
- 5This type of quota trading is a management tool that helps fishing communities be more efficient and sustainable
Key Dates
Published
December 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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