The Department of Commerce is submitting an information collection request related to the Alaska American Fisheries Act to the Office of Management and Budget for review. This request is part of the effort to continue assessing information collection requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) manages the Bering Sea pollock fishery, which falls under the American Fisheries Act, aiming to improve the fishery's management while considering salmon bycatch. The purpose is to gather reports that help monitor and evaluate fishing operations, especially those concerning salmon conservation. Public comments are invited within 30 days of this notice.
Simple Explanation
The Department of Commerce wants to keep getting information from fishermen in Alaska to help take care of the fish and make sure they aren't catching too many salmon by mistake. They are asking people to tell them what they think about this plan.