FB08-038 has been released and deserves your attention. In part…
NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries Service) is seeking public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)/Amendment 29 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Resources of the Gulf of Mexico. The DEIS evaluates the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council’s [...]
Southeast Fishery Bulletin FB08-032 has arrived and we quote (emphasis ours):
“NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries Service) is seeking comment on a proposed rule that would establish referendum guidelines and procedures for the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council (Council). These guidelines and procedures are for the Council to follow in determining procedures and [...]
The NMFS and NOAA have made an entry in the Federal Register regarding guidelines and procedures for the upcoming referendum regarding IFQs in the Gulf Grouper Fishery. It addresses eligibility to participate in the referendum. It also designates a period for public comment and details how those comments can be made.
