NMFS Proposes Updates to Reef Fish Fishery Regulations in the Gulf of Mexico

Summary

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is proposing to update the regulations for the Reef Fish Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico, specifically the red snapper commercial sector, to implement transferability measures and require certification of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for applicants and participants. The proposed rule aims to align with the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and remove outdated language.