NOAAFinal Rule
Pacific Halibut Fisheries: 2025 Catch Sharing Plan and Recreational Fishery Management Measures
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Summary
This federal rule sets fishing limits and rules for Pacific halibut, a popular fish caught along the U.S. West Coast. It determines how many halibut recreational fishers (people fishing for fun) can catch in 2025 to keep the fish population healthy for the future.
Key Points
- 1The rule establishes catch limits for recreational halibut fishing on the Pacific coast in 2025
- 2It affects recreational anglers and fishing communities in states like California, Oregon, Washington, and Alaska
- 3The regulation divides the available halibut between commercial fisheries and recreational fishers
- 4Specific fishing season dates, bag limits (number of fish per person), and size requirements are set by this rule
- 5The goal is to prevent overfishing while allowing people to continue enjoying halibut fishing
Key Dates
Published
April 2, 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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