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The Pacific Fishery Management Council has announced two public hearings about their trawl catch share program review. These hearings provide an opportunity for public feedback on the program's performance since the last review in 2017. The first hearing will be online on April 24, 2025, and the second will take place in Astoria, Oregon, on April 28, 2025. Those interested in attending can visit the Pacific Council's website for more details and should contact Mr. Kris Kleinschmidt if they require special accommodations.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the Commerce Department's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has announced the opening of the fishing season for sablefish with fixed gear under the Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) Program and the Community Development Quota (CDQ) Program. This season will run from March 20, 2025, to December 7, 2025, aligning with the Pacific halibut season, although the exact opening and closing hours differ. The actions are taken to promote conservation and management of fishery resources as per federal laws and regulations. This rule was issued quickly without public comment to ensure the simultaneous opening of the sablefish and halibut fisheries, which is essential for effective management and reducing bycatch.

The Pacific Fishery Management Council is hosting an online meeting for its Coastal Pelagic Species Subcommittee on February 26, 2025. The meeting is open to the public and will cover topics like the draft update stock assessment for Pacific sardine, which will be reviewed for setting the 2025-2026 harvest specifications. Participants can join the meeting through instructions on the Pacific Council's website or seek assistance from Mr. Kris Kleinschmidt. Special accommodations are available upon request if made at least 10 days in advance.

The New England Fishery Management Council is holding a hybrid meeting of its Scallop Advisory Panel on April 1, 2024, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Boston and online. The meeting aims to discuss the Long-Term Scallop Strategic Plan and review the progress of the Limited Access General Category Individual Fishing Quota (LAGC IFQ) Program. Public participation is welcomed, and the meeting is accessible to individuals with disabilities. Call Cate O'Keefe for more information about accommodations or further details on attending the meeting.

The New England Fishery Management Council is holding public hearings online regarding changes to the Northeast Skate Complex Fishery Management Plan, known as Draft Amendment 5. These hearings will take place on January 21 and February 8, 2021, and are intended to gather public feedback, which will be considered by the full Council. People interested in attending can register via provided webinar links. The meetings will include a briefing on the amendment followed by public commentary, and special accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

The Department of Commerce, through the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking comments from the public and other federal agencies on their data collection activities. This request is related to the identification requirements for fishing gear on the West Coast, which are necessary for effective fisheries management and regulatory compliance. The comments are invited to help improve this process and reduce the public's reporting burden. Interested parties have until March 26, 2021, to submit their feedback via email.

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is holding a four-day public meeting from January 27 to January 30, 2025, in New Orleans and online. The meeting will address various issues affecting fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico, such as budget proposals, habitat protection, and fishery management plans. It includes updates and discussions from committees on topics like shrimp, reef fish, mackerel, and law enforcement. Public comments are encouraged, and accommodations are available for participants with disabilities.

The Gulf Fishery Management Council will hold a one-day in-person meeting of its Ecosystem Technical Committee on May 9, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. The meeting will cover topics like the Gulf Fishery Ecosystem Plan, the Inflation Reduction Act project update, and a discussion on Red Tide. The agenda also includes an opportunity for public comments and will be available online for those who cannot attend in person. The meeting will be accessible to people with disabilities, and accommodations can be requested in advance.

The Mid-Atlantic and New England Fishery Management Councils are hosting a joint public meeting of the Northeast Trawl Advisory Panel on January 9, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This meeting will address updates on fishery surveys and discuss projects like the Industry Based Multispecies Bottom Trawl Survey. It will take place at the Embassy Suites in Philadelphia, PA, with an option to join virtually. The meeting is open to the public and accessible for people with disabilities.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking nominations for its Permanent Advisory Committee. This committee is involved with the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission, which focuses on managing fish stocks in the Pacific Ocean. The advisory committee will have 15-20 members from various groups concerned with these fisheries and will provide input to U.S. Commissioners. Nominations are open until February 18, 2021, and members will serve a two-year term starting August 3, 2021, without pay but will receive travel expenses.