Fishermen Apply for Exempted Permits to Bend Fishing Rules
Published Date: 3/21/2025
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Summary
The government is reviewing a special fishing permit request that lets certain boats fish outside the usual rules. This is for a project by Atlantic Capes Fisheries and Rutgers University to try new fishing methods. If approved, it could change how some fishing happens soon, and people can share their thoughts before a final decision.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Possible Permit Lets Federally‑Permitted Boats Fish Outside Rules
The agency is considering an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) that would let federally‑permitted fishing vessels fish outside normal fishery regulations for activities proposed by Atlantic Capes Fisheries, Inc., in partnership with Rutgers University. The EFP application was found to contain required information and is being further considered.
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