Gulf Council to Chat Fish Health in Virtual Meet
Published Date: 1/6/2026
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Summary
The Gulf Fishery Management Council is hosting a virtual meeting on January 22, 2026, to review important fish health reports and discuss fishing rules that affect Gulf fishermen and seafood lovers. This meeting helps make sure fish populations stay healthy and fishing stays fair, with no immediate cost changes announced. Anyone interested can join online and share their thoughts during the public comment time.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Virtual Public Meeting — Join Online
You can join a virtual Gulf Fishery Management Council Scientific and Statistical Committee meeting on January 22, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. EST. Register for the webinar at www.gulfcouncil.org (click the meeting tab) and you may speak during the public comment period at the end of the meeting.
Disability Access — Request Auxiliary Aid
If you need auxiliary aids because of a disability to participate in the January 22, 2026 meeting, you should contact Kathy Pereira at (813) 348-1630 at least 5 days before the meeting date to request accommodations. The meetings are accessible to people with disabilities and the Council provides auxiliary aid on request.
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