2025-09791Notice

Fishing Rule-Breakers Apply for Research Pass in Atlantic

Published Date: 5/30/2025

Notice

Summary

The government is reviewing a special fishing permit request that would let some fishing boats try new fishing methods outside the usual rules. This is for research by the Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation and gives people a chance to share their thoughts before a final decision. If approved, it could change how certain fishing activities happen, so keep an eye out for updates and deadlines.

Analyzed Economic Effects

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

Exempted Fishing Permits for Federally Permitted Vessels

The agency is considering an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) that would allow federally permitted fishing vessels to fish outside normal fishery regulations to support research proposed by the Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation. The notice gives interested parties an opportunity to comment before a final decision is made.

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5/30/2025

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