Fishery Council Meets to Shape Scallop Rules Ahead
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
The New England Fishery Management Council is holding a public meeting on June 3, 2026, to plan scallop fishing rules and research priorities for the next few years. Fishermen, researchers, and coastal communities will feel the impact as these decisions shape how scallop fishing is managed and funded. The meeting is open online and in Providence, RI, and could influence future fishing limits and funding from 2027 to 2029.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
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Research Funding Priorities Set for 2027–2029
On June 3, 2026, the Scallop Committee will develop recommendations for Scallop Research Set-Aside priorities for 2027/2028 and 2028/2029. Fishermen, researchers, and coastal communities may be affected because these recommendations will shape how scallop fishing is managed and funded for 2027–2029.
Framework 42 Measures May Affect Fishing Limits
At the June 2026 meeting the Committee will receive an update on Scallop Framework 42 timeline and provide input on expected measures, and the action will be initiated at the June 2026 Council meeting. These actions could influence future scallop fishing limits and funding for 2027 to 2029.
Public Meeting Access and Participation
The Scallop Committee meeting on June 3, 2026 at 9 a.m. is open online via webinar and in person at Hilton Garden Inn Providence in Providence, RI, and the meeting will be recorded with the recording available on request. This provides a public way for fishermen, researchers, and community members to join and provide input on scallop management and funding decisions.
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