Type:Rule
Citation:90 FR 13704
Reading Time:about 3 minutes
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued a temporary rule to reallocate unused Pacific cod catch limits in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands. Specifically, 1,000 metric tons originally allocated for jig gear will be transferred to smaller vessels using hook-and-line or pot gear. This decision helps ensure more of the Pacific cod catch limit is used effectively before the end of 2025. The action bypasses normal public comment due to the urgency of incorporating the latest fisheries data.
Simple Explanation
The government is moving extra fish from big boats using one type of fishing gear to smaller boats using a different kind, so they make sure all the fish are used by the end of the year.