NC Hands Flounder Quota Slice to New Jersey Fishers
Published Date: 4/8/2026
Rule
Summary
North Carolina is sharing part of its 2026 summer flounder fishing quota with New Jersey to help both states meet their fishing goals. This change kicks in on April 7, 2026, and lasts through the end of the year. Fishermen in both states will see updated limits, making sure the fishery stays fair and sustainable.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
New Jersey quota increases by 100,000 lb
If you fish commercially for summer flounder in New Jersey, your 2026 commercial quota increases by 100,000 pounds to a revised total of 2,096,380 lb. This change is effective April 7, 2026 through December 31, 2026 and was transferred from North Carolina to ensure New Jersey would not exceed its 2026 state quota.
North Carolina quota reduced by 100,000 lb
If you fish commercially for summer flounder in North Carolina, your 2026 commercial quota is reduced by 100,000 pounds to a revised total of 2,920,221 lb. This reduction is effective April 7, 2026 through December 31, 2026 and was transferred to New Jersey under a mutual agreement between the states.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Take It Personal
Get Your Personalized Policy View
Start a Free Government Policy Watch to see how policy affects your household, then upgrade to PRIA Full Coverage for year-round monitoring.
Already have an account? Sign in