Type:Rule
Citation:86 FR 1301
Reading Time:about 3 minutes
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is redistributing the unused quota of Pacific cod from vessels that use jig gear to smaller catcher vessels that use hook-and-line or pot gear in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands. This reallocation is needed to ensure the 2021 Pacific cod catch limits are met. The action takes place from January 7, 2021, to December 31, 2021. It was deemed necessary to bypass public comments due to the urgency based on recent data.
Simple Explanation
In a big fishy world, those who catch fish are sharing some extra Pacific cod with smaller boats because the big boats with special fishing tools couldn't catch it all. This helps make sure everyone gets their fair share without waiting too long!