NMFS is revising several sections of regulations that pertain to permits, recordkeeping, and reporting for the groundfish fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) off Alaska. These changes are necessary to clarify existing text, facilitate management of the fisheries, promote compliance with regulations, and facilitate enforcement efforts. This action is intended to further the goals and objectives of the fishery management plans (FMPs) for the fisheries of the EEZ off Alaska.