2025-05494Proposed Rule

Northeast Anglers Face Tighter Black Sea Bass Limits in 2025

Published Date: 4/3/2025

Proposed Rule

Summary

Starting in 2025, recreational black sea bass fishers in the Northeast will see new rules to keep fishing fun and sustainable. These changes aim to hit the right balance—letting anglers catch enough bass without overfishing. The rules will be announced soon, and everyone gets a chance to share their thoughts before they take effect.

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

New 2025 Rules for Recreational Fishers

Federal managers will set new recreational rules for black sea bass for the 2025 fishing year. The measures are intended to let anglers meet, but not exceed, the recreational harvest target in order to prevent overfishing.

Public Comment Opportunity on 2025 Measures

Before the 2025 black sea bass recreational rules take effect, the National Marine Fisheries Service will publish the measures and provide an opportunity for public comment. Anyone can submit feedback during that comment period on the proposed 2025 measures.

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Key Dates

Published Date
4/3/2025

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