Type:Notice
Citation:90 FR 13149
Reading Time:about 4 minutes
The National Marine Fisheries Service is reviewing an application from the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries for an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP). This permit would allow some fishing boats to catch herring outside regular fishing rules to help study the genetic makeup of Atlantic herring populations. The study aims to improve fishery management by updating catch limits based on newer scientific findings. The public can comment on this proposal until April 4, 2025.
Simple Explanation
The government wants to let some people catch fish in a different way than usual so they can study the fish better and help keep the ocean healthy. They want to hear what people think about this plan by April 4, 2025.