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Interim Rule to Implement 2022 Atlantic Mackerel Specifications

Interim Rule |
Mid-Atlantic

Overview

Description
Interim Rule to Implement 2022 Atlantic Mackerel Specifications
Fishery Management
Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Management Plan
Fishing Type
Commercial
Affected Species
Action Status
Interim Rule
Effective
01/07/2022
Point of Contact
Aly Pitts, Fishery Management Specialist, (978) 281-9352

Summary

This action implements the 2022 commercial catch limit of 4,963 mt for Atlantic mackerel permit holders for the 2022 fishing year. This action will reduce potential Atlantic mackerel harvest based on new assessment findings while the Council develops an updated rebuilding plan.

Federal Register

Bulletins

NOAA Fisheries Announces Extension of the 2022 Atlantic Mackerel Specifications

This action extends the rule that implements the 2022 commercial catch limit of 4,963 mt for Atlantic mackerel permit holders through January 13, 2023.
July 05, 2022 -
New England/Mid-Atlantic

Last updated by Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office on 08/31/2022