April 6, 2021 — The following was released by NOAA Fisheries:
NOAA Fisheries is seeking comments on proposed 2021 summer flounder recreational fishery management measures.
We propose to continue the conservation equivalency approach for the summer flounder recreational fishery, in which states or regions develop minimum sizes, possession limits, and fishing seasons that will achieve the necessary level of conservation. Both the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission recommended continuing conservation equivalency in 2021.
The proposed rule contains additional details on conservation equivalency, including what measures would be put in place if the Commission does not ultimately recommend conservation equivalency.
More Information
Read the proposed rule as published in the Federal Register today. The comment period is open through April 21, 2021. Submit your comments through the e-rulemaking portal.
Questions?
Fishermen: Contact Emily Keiley, Sustainable Fisheries Division, 978-281-9116
Media: Contact Allison Ferreira, Regional Office, 978-281-9103