# Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Method For Measuring Net Mesh Size
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 2007-02-26 · Effective 2007-05-01 · 72 FR 8287
## Document
- **Document number:** E7-3241
- **Category:** other
- **Federal Register citation:** 72 FR 8287
- **Publication date:** 2007-02-26
- **Effective date:** 2007-05-01
- **NOAA docket:** Docket No. 060906236-7028-02
## Abstract

NMFS amends the regulations governing how fishing net mesh size is measured in the Northeast. This change will increase the weight used to measure mesh at or larger than 120 mm in all fisheries. The intent of this rule is to ensure consistent and accurate measurements of fishing net mesh size.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2007/02/26/E7-3241/fisheries-of-the-northeastern-united-states-method-for-measuring-net-mesh-size)
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