New England Council Webinars Cod Fishing Regulations
Published Date: 1/6/2026
Notice
Summary
The New England Fishery Management Council is holding a public webinar on January 20, 2026, to discuss fishing rules for cod and haddock in the Gulf of Maine. Fishermen and seafood lovers will want to pay attention because these decisions could change how much fish can be caught this year. The meeting will also cover the Council’s 2026 priorities and plans, with no immediate costs but big impacts on fishing limits.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Possible 2026 Catch Limit Changes
On January 20, 2026 at 1 p.m., the New England Fishery Management Council Groundfish Committee will meet by webinar to develop recommendations on 2026 recreational measures for Western Gulf of Maine cod and Gulf of Maine haddock. These recommendations could change how much fish can be caught in fishing year 2026 and will be brought to the full Council for possible formal action.
Meeting Accessibility and Recording
The January 20, 2026 webinar meeting will be recorded, and a copy of the recording is available upon request. The meeting site is physically accessible and requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids must be directed to the Council's Executive Director at least 5 days before the meeting.
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