NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: Atlantic Herring Fishery; Second 2025 Management Area 1A Possession Limit Adjustment
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Summary
This federal rule adjusts how much Atlantic herring commercial fishermen can catch and keep in a specific northeastern fishing area during 2025. The adjustment helps manage fish populations to ensure the herring fishery remains sustainable for both the fishing industry and the environment.
Key Points
- 1Commercial fishing boats operating in Management Area 1A (northeastern Atlantic waters) have new limits on how much herring they can possess on their vessels
- 2This is the second adjustment to possession limits in 2025, meaning federal regulators are fine-tuning catch limits based on fish population data throughout the year
- 3The rule affects professional herring fishermen and the seafood companies that buy and process their catch
- 4NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) manages this fishery to prevent overfishing and protect Atlantic herring populations
- 5Fishermen must follow the new possession limits immediately or face penalties
Key Dates
Published
December 4, 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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