NOAA Proposes Regulations to Implement Amendment 10 of Atlantic Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan

Summary

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) proposes new regulations to implement Amendment 10 of the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid, and Butterfish Fishery Management Plan, which aims to rebuild the butterfish stock, minimize bycatch, and protect the long-term health of the stock. The proposed rule includes changes to the Loligo squid fishery, such as increased minimum codend mesh size requirements and a 72-hour trip notification requirement.