Fish Talk Fix: Feds Swap 'Scoping' for 'Listening' in Meeting Lingo
Published Date: 4/27/2026
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Summary
The New England Fishery Management Council fixed some wording in their April 13, 2026 notice, swapping 'scoping meetings' for 'listening sessions.' This change affects how public meetings between April 27 and May 11, 2026, are described but doesn’t change the schedule or costs. Fishermen, community members, and anyone interested in fishery rules should note the updated terms when joining these events.
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