# Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS) Fisheries; Vessel Monitoring Systems
> **Rule** · Final rule; reinstatement. · Published 2003-08-01 · Effective 2003-09-01 · 68 FR 45169
## Document
- **Document number:** 03-19700
- **Category:** vessel-monitoring
- **Region:** atlantic hms
- **Federal Register citation:** 68 FR 45169
- **Publication date:** 2003-08-01
- **Effective date:** 2003-09-01
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 030617153-3188-02
## Abstract

This document reinstates the requirement to have a NOAA- approved, Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) unit installed and operating on any vessel leaving port to fish for HMS with pelagic longline gear on board, effective September 1, 2003.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2003/08/01/03-19700/atlantic-highly-migratory-species-hms-fisheries-vessel-monitoring-systems)
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