NOAAFinal Rule
Pacific Halibut Fisheries of the West Coast: Inseason Action for the 2025 Area 2A Pacific Halibut Directed Commercial Fishery
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Summary
This regulation adjusts fishing rules for Pacific halibut in Area 2A (off the West Coast) during 2025 to manage the commercial catch in real time. The changes help ensure halibut populations stay healthy while allowing fishing businesses to operate sustainably throughout the season.
Key Points
- 1NOAA is making mid-season adjustments to how much Pacific halibut commercial fishermen can catch in Area 2A (waters off Washington, Oregon, and California)
- 2The rule responds to actual fishing data collected during the 2025 season to prevent overfishing and protect halibut stocks
- 3Commercial fishing operations and fishing communities on the West Coast are directly affected by these catch limits and timing restrictions
- 4The inseason action allows NOAA to modify fishing seasons, daily catch limits, or closure dates if needed based on how quickly the halibut quota is being used
- 5These adjustments are part of ongoing efforts to balance the needs of the fishing industry with long-term ocean health and fish population sustainability
Key Dates
Published
July 22, 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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