New Rules for Alaska Fish, Shellfish, and Caribou Harvests

2026-02975 — Program Review-Subsistence Management for Public Lands in Alaska

The government is giving folks more time to share their thoughts on how subsistence hunting and fishing are managed on Alaska’s public lands. This affects Alaska residents who rely on these resources for their way of life. You now have until March 30, 2026, to send in your comments—no extra costs, just extra time to speak up!

2026-02853 — Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska-2027-28 and 2028-29 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish Regulations

This proposed rule updates the rules for fishing and shellfish gathering on Alaska’s public lands for 2027-28 and 2028-29. It affects subsistence users by setting new seasons, limits, and methods to keep things fair and sustainable. Public meetings and comment periods are open in 2026, so folks have a chance to weigh in before final decisions are made in early 2027.

2026-01810 — Alaska Subsistence Regional Advisory Council Meetings for 2026

The Alaska Subsistence Regional Advisory Councils will hold public meetings twice in 2026—once in winter and once in fall—to discuss hunting and fishing on federal lands. These meetings affect Alaskans who rely on subsistence resources and may switch to teleconference if needed. Everyone’s invited to join, learn, and share their voice without any cost involved.

2025-22837 — Program Review-Subsistence Management for Public Lands in Alaska

The government is reviewing how it manages subsistence hunting and fishing on public lands in Alaska to make sure rural residents keep getting priority access. This review looks at recent changes and will suggest improvements, with public input welcomed until February 13, 2026. If changes happen, they’ll aim to keep things fair and efficient without extra costs for locals.

2025-13497 — Federal Subsistence Management Program; Transfer of Regulations

The rules for managing subsistence hunting and fishing on federal lands are moving from one government department to another to keep things neat and organized. This change affects folks who rely on these programs, like hunters and fishers, and updates the rules to match the new setup. No big money changes, just smoother management starting now!

2025-00434 — Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska-2026-27 and 2027-28 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations

This rule sets the hunting and trapping seasons, limits, and rules for people who rely on wildlife for food in Alaska during 2026-28. It affects subsistence hunters and trappers by updating how and when they can take animals, making sure traditions are respected. The changes will be finalized after public input and replace current rules, helping communities plan ahead without surprise costs or delays.

Previous: 2025-13513 — Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Pacific Ocean Perch in the West Yakutat District of the Gulf of Alaska

Fishermen in the West Yakutat District of the Gulf of Alaska can’t fish for Pacific ocean perch right now. This rule helps keep the fish population healthy by making sure we don’t catch too many in 2025. It’s all about protecting the ocean and making sure there’s plenty of fish for the future!

Next: 2025-13533 — Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Dusky Rockfish in the West Yakutat District of the Gulf of Alaska

Starting now, fishermen can’t target dusky rockfish in the West Yakutat area of the Gulf of Alaska to keep the fish population safe and avoid going over the 2025 catch limit. This means fishing businesses in that area need to adjust their plans to follow the new rules. The goal is to protect the dusky rockfish so they’ll be around for years to come.