NMFS Publishes Regulations for Amendment 83 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska

Summary

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has published regulations to implement Amendment 83 of the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska, which allocates Western and Central Gulf of Alaska Pacific cod total allowable catch limits among various gear and operational sectors. This action aims to reduce competition and promote stability in the Pacific cod fishery, while also supporting community participation and new entrants in the jig sector.