Zoom In on Samoa Bottomfish: Fishery Meeting Calls Experts
Published Date: 5/5/2026
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Summary
The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council and NOAA are hosting a virtual meeting on May 18-19, 2026, to review the latest update on American Samoa bottomfish stocks. This review helps make sure fishing rules keep fish populations healthy and sustainable. Fishermen, local communities, and fish lovers should pay attention because the results could affect future catch limits and fishing practices.
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American Samoa catch limits may change
An expert panel will review an updated stock assessment for American Samoa bottomfish that includes data through 2025. The review, done under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, could affect future catch limits and fishing practices for fishermen and local fishing communities.
Virtual public meeting with comment periods
NOAA and the Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will hold a virtual Western Pacific Stock Assessment Review on May 18-19, 2026 (11 a.m.–5 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time) via WebEx. The meeting will include public comment periods and web conference access information and instructions for public comments will be posted at https://www.wpcouncil.org, with assistance available at (808) 552-8220.
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