NMFS Proposes Regulations to Implement Amendment 18A for Snapper-Grouper Fishery in South Atlantic Region

Summary

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) proposes new regulations to implement Amendment 18A to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery in the South Atlantic Region, aiming to reduce overcapacity in the black sea bass segment. The proposed rule would update rebuilding strategies, accountability measures, and limit fishing effort in the affected area.