New England Council to Discuss Future Scallop Fishing Rules
Published Date: 5/29/2026
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Summary
The New England Fishery Management Council is holding a public meeting on June 2, 2026, to plan scallop fishing rules and research priorities for 2027-2029. This affects fishermen and communities relying on scallop fishing by shaping future fishing limits and strategies. The meeting will help guide decisions that could impact fishing seasons, quotas, and funding for scallop research.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Framework 42: Possible New Scallop Measures
If you fish scallops, the panel will get an update on Scallop Framework 42 and provide input on expected measures at the June 2, 2026 meeting. Framework 42 will be initiated at the June 2026 Council meeting and could lead to measures that affect future fishing seasons or quotas.
Scallop Research Funding Priorities
If you fish scallops, the Scallop Advisory Panel will meet on June 2, 2026 to develop recommendations for Scallop Research Set-Aside priorities for 2027/2028 and 2028/2029. Those recommendations will guide which scallop research projects get priority and could affect future research funding decisions.
Strategic Plan Sequencing for 2027–2029
If you fish scallops, the panel will develop recommendations on sequencing work items in the Scallop Long-Term Strategic Plan for 2027-2029 during the June 2, 2026 meeting. The order in which plan items are sequenced can influence which management or research actions are prioritized during 2027-2029.
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