NOAAFinal Rule
Fisheries of the Northeastern United States: Mid-Atlantic Blueline Tilefish and Golden Tilefish Fisheries; Final 2025-2027 Golden Tilefish Specifications and 2025 Blueline Tilefish Specifications
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Summary
The federal government has set new catch limits for two types of fish (golden tilefish and blueline tilefish) found off the northeastern U.S. coast for the next few years. These rules manage how much commercial and recreational fishermen can catch to keep the fish populations healthy and sustainable.
Key Points
- 1New catch limits have been established for golden tilefish through 2027 and blueline tilefish for 2025 to prevent overfishing
- 2The rules apply to commercial fishing operations and recreational fishermen in the Mid-Atlantic region (roughly from New Jersey to North Carolina)
- 3Fishermen must follow these catch limits or face penalties; violating the rules can result in fines and loss of fishing privileges
- 4The limits are based on scientific studies of fish population health to ensure these species remain available for future generations
- 5Fishing businesses and individual anglers who catch these fish need to be aware of the new specifications or risk legal consequences
Key Dates
Published
June 26, 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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