Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Atlantic Mackerel; Incidental Possession Limit Implemented for the Remainder of 2021
other · mackerel · Published 2021-10-15 · Effective 2021-10-15 · 86 FR 57376
Document
Document number
2021-22458
Federal Register citation
86 FR 57376
Type
Rule
Action
Temporary rule.
Category
other
Species
mackerel
Publication date
2021-10-15
Effective date
2021-10-15
NOAA docket
Docket No. 210716-0148
Abstract
NMFS is implementing a catch limit of 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) for all Atlantic mackerel permit holders for the remainder of the 2021 fishing year. This action is intended to reduce potential Atlantic mackerel overfishing based on new 2021 assessment findings.