International trade · 22/07/2025

NMFS Requests Public Comment on Exempted Fishing Permit Applications for U.S. West Coast Highly Migratory Species Fisheries

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is seeking public input on applications for exempted fishing permits (EFPs) for U.S. West Coast highly migratory species fisheries, which propose alternative fishing practices to harvest swordfish and other HMS off the U.S. West Coast.