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The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will hold a meeting to address fishery management issues related to pelagic fisheries in the Western Pacific area. The meeting will take place via web conference on March 3-4, 2021. Participants will discuss topics like longline mitigation measures, seabird protection, and annual catch limits for North Pacific striped marlin. Public comments will be welcomed, and the event is accessible to people with disabilities.

The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council is organizing several public meetings to address fishery management issues in the Western Pacific Region. These meetings, taking place in late February and early March 2025, involve different advisory panels and committees focusing on the Mariana Archipelago with specific meetings for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) and Guam. Attendees can participate either in person or remotely via Webex. The meetings will include discussions on strategic planning, regulatory reviews, community consultations, and the impact of climate change on fisheries. Public comment periods will be incorporated into the agenda.

The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will hold a series of public meetings from May 5 to May 9, 2025, to discuss fishery management issues and make recommendations for the Western Pacific Region. The meetings will address topics such as fishery performance, ecosystem considerations, and data collection improvements. Participants can join either in person at the Council office in Honolulu, Hawaii, or online via Webex. The public can attend and provide comments through the web conference platform.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has announced the closure of the commercial Atlantic mackerel fishery from December 6, 2024, to December 31, 2024. This decision is due to reaching 100% of the domestic annual harvest quota, aiming to prevent overfishing and support the species' recovery under the management plan. During this period, strict limits are placed on the amount of mackerel that vessels can catch and dealers can purchase. This action is necessary to comply with federal regulations and ensure the sustainability of the mackerel population.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) proposes an amendment to the Northeast Multispecies Fishery Management Plan to better manage Atlantic cod stocks. This change, known as Amendment 25, would increase the number of managed Atlantic cod stocks in U.S. waters from two to four, as new scientific research suggests. The public is invited to comment on the amendment until May 5, 2025. This is part of efforts to integrate the latest scientific findings into fishery management and ensure the conservation of these fish stocks.

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is organizing a four-day online meeting from January 25 to January 28, 2021, to discuss issues that affect the fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico's exclusive economic zone. The meeting will be held via webinar and will include discussions on topics like fishery management plans, committee updates, budget reviews, and various fish species assessments. Public testimony will be arranged on January 27 and will cover different amendments and actions related to fishery management. People interested in attending can register for the webinar through the Council's website.

The National Marine Fisheries Service, part of the NOAA, has released an interim final rule to lower the 2025 Atlantic herring fishing limits across four management areas. This adjustment is based on new scientific studies showing the herring stock is overfished and aims to prevent overfishing and support the rebuilding of the herring population by 2028. To ensure the reduced limits are in place at the start of the 2025 fishing season, NMFS is bypassing the usual public comment period. The overall catch limits for 2025 have been significantly reduced to protect the fishery from further decline.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has implemented a final rule that allows hook-and-line catcher/processors to use longline pot gear when targeting Greenland turbot in the Bering Sea. This regulation aims to improve fishing efficiency, boost economic benefits, and reduce interactions with killer whales, which have negatively impacted this fishery. With the approval of the North Pacific Fishery Management Council, the rule addresses gear restrictions, whale depredation, and species retention, promoting effective fishery management and conservation. The new rules will be effective from April 28, 2025, and include requirements for gear marking and reporting to aid in monitoring and enforcement.

The Pacific Fishery Management Council will hold a two-day online meeting on January 29 and 30, 2025. The focus will be on addressing guidance from the November 2024 meeting and exploring new or updated tools for managing the Sacramento River Fall Chinook. Discussions may also cover future meetings, workload planning, and upcoming agenda items. Anyone needing special accommodations, such as sign language interpretation, should contact Mr. Kris Kleinschmidt at least 10 days in advance.

The Pacific Fishery Management Council and its advisory groups will hold a series of public meetings from April 9-15, 2025, in San Jose, CA, and online. These meetings, which will be live-streamed, will cover topics like management measures for 2025, habitat issues, and various fishery management plans. The meetings are open to the public, except for a closed session on litigation and personnel matters. For more information, visit the Pacific Council's website or contact relevant officials for assistance.