2025-04881Notice

Cape Cod Fishermen Apply for Rule-Breaking Fishing Experiment Permit

Published Date: 3/21/2025

Notice

Summary

The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance wants special permission to fish outside the usual rules, and the government is reviewing their application. This lets certain fishing boats try new fishing methods while keeping things fair and safe. If you care about fishing, you can share your thoughts before a final decision is made.

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

Exempted Fishing Permit Under Review

The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance has applied for an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP). If approved, the EFP would allow federally permitted fishing vessels to fish outside normal fishery regulations in support of the Alliance's proposed exempted fishing activities while the application is considered.

Public Comment Opportunity Open

The notice opens an opportunity for interested parties to comment on the EFP application before a final decision is made. Federal regulations require publication of this notice so members of the public can submit feedback on the proposed exempted fishing activities.

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Key Dates

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3/21/2025

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