Fishing Allowed Again in Atlantic's Protected Canyons and Seamounts Monument
Published Date: 4/6/2026
Rule
Summary
Starting April 3, 2026, commercial fishing is allowed again in the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument after years of restrictions. This change affects fishermen and seafood businesses in the Atlantic, opening up new opportunities while aligning with the President’s recent decision. No new fees or costs are introduced, just more freedom to fish in these waters.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Commercial Fishing Reopened in Monument
Starting April 3, 2026, commercial fishing is allowed again in the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument. NMFS rescinded the regulation at 50 CFR 600.725(x) to conform to the Presidential Proclamation dated February 6, 2026, and subject to existing federal rules (including 50 CFR 648.373) commercial fishing may now take place within the Monument.
No New Fees or Costs Announced
The rule states that no new fees or costs are introduced by removing the commercial fishing prohibition; the action provides more freedom to fish in these waters without adding regulatory fees. The change implements conformity with the February 6, 2026 Presidential Proclamation and became effective April 3, 2026.
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