Virtual Meetings Tackle Fish Habitat Protections Out West
Published Date: 1/28/2026
Notice
Summary
The Pacific Fishery Management Council’s Habitat Committee is holding two online meetings in February 2026 to talk about important ocean habitat issues and prepare for the big March council meeting. Fishermen, environmental groups, and coastal communities should pay attention because these talks could lead to new rules that protect fish habitats and affect fishing activities. The meetings are free to join and happen on February 20 and 25, so mark your calendar and get involved!
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Habitat Talks Could Change Fishing Rules
The Habitat Committee will meet online on February 20 and February 25, 2026 to consider ocean habitat issues and prepare for the Pacific Council's March 2026 meeting. The notice says these talks could lead to new rules that protect fish habitats and affect fishing activities, so fishermen, environmental groups, and coastal communities should pay attention.
Free Online Public Meetings — Access Details
The Habitat Committee is holding two online public meetings on February 20, 2026 (9 a.m.–3 p.m. PST) and February 25, 2026 (1 p.m.–4 p.m. PST). The meetings are free to join, meeting information and agenda will be posted at www.pcouncil.org, and requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids must be directed to Kris Kleinschmidt at least 10 days before the meeting.
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