NOAAFinal Rule
Reef Fish Fishery of the Gulf of America: Reopening of the Red Snapper Recreational For-Hire Fishing Season in the Gulf of America
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Summary
The federal government is reopening the recreational fishing season for red snapper in the Gulf of Mexico for charter and party boats. This allows fishing enthusiasts to legally catch red snapper again during a specified period, which supports the fishing industry and local economies that depend on recreational fishing tourism.
Key Points
- 1The recreational red snapper fishing season for for-hire boats (charter and party boats) is being reopened in the Gulf of Mexico
- 2This affects fishing businesses, fishing guides, and recreational anglers who want to legally fish for red snapper during the season
- 3The season had been closed, likely due to concerns about overfishing, and is now reopening based on updated fish population assessments
- 4For-hire fishing operations can now offer red snapper fishing trips to customers during the designated season period
- 5Anglers must follow specific rules about catch limits and regulations when participating in red snapper fishing
Key Dates
Published
December 12, 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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