FWS Seeks Input on Who Can Study Seals and Whales
Published Date: 6/6/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is asking for public feedback on requests to work with marine mammals, like studying or helping them, under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. They also shared news about permits they recently approved. This affects researchers, conservationists, and anyone working with these amazing sea creatures, with opportunities to comment before decisions are finalized.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Public comment on marine mammal permits
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is asking for public comment on applications for permits to conduct activities involving marine mammals under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. You can submit feedback before the Service finalizes decisions on those permit applications.
Announcement of recently issued marine mammal permits
The Service announced that it has recently issued permits in response to prior applications for activities involving marine mammals under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. If you apply for or work under such permits, this notice reports recent approvals by the Service.
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