The Council Coordination Committee consists of the chairs, vice chairs, and executive directors from each of the eight regional fishery management councils and meets twice yearly.
NOAA Fisheries hosts an annual training course for newly appointed council members. Training topics might include roles and responsibilities of councils, MSA and other applicable laws, the science behind fisheries management, and other factors.
NOAA Fisheries hosts an annual training course for newly appointed council members. Training topics might include roles and responsibilities of councils, MSA and other applicable laws, the science behind fisheries management, and other factors.
NOAA Fisheries developed a training course for newly appointed council members. This training course covers a variety of topics, and is held annually after appointments are confirmed. Training topics might include provisions of the MSA and other…
The Operational Guidelines provide guidance on the development, review, and implementation of federal fishery management plans, amendments, and regulations.
NOAA Fisheries submits yearly, combined reports to Congress on the membership and financial disclosures of the eight regional fishery management councils.
Council nominees and members and members of Science and Statistical Committees must file a Statement of Financial Interests to fulfill the requirements of the MSA.