International trade · 16/04/2026
NMFS Requests Public Comment on Exempted Fishing Permit Application for U.S. West Coast Highly Migratory Species Fisheries
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is seeking public input on an exempted fishing permit (EFP) application for U.S. West Coast highly migratory species (HMS) fisheries, which proposes the use of monofilament rings as an alternative form of terminal tackle for harvesting swordfish and other HMS.