Maine Fishermen Seek Exemptions for Rule-Bending Atlantic Experiments
Published Date: 6/18/2025
Notice
Summary
The Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries wants special permission to fish outside the usual rules, and the government is considering their request. This affects fishing boats with federal permits and could change how some fishing is done for a while. People have a chance to share their thoughts before a final decision is made.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Exempted Fishing Permit Under Review
The Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries applied for an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) that would let federally permitted fishing vessels fish outside some federal fishery regulations to support the Center’s proposed activities. The National Marine Fisheries Service has preliminarily determined the application is complete and is considering it further, so federally permitted vessels could be allowed to operate under different rules for a period if the EFP is approved.
Public Comment Chance Before Decision
The notice gives interested parties an opportunity to comment on the EFP application before a final decision is made. If you or your business are affected by federal fishing regulations, you can submit comments to inform the final decision on the proposed EFP.
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